The finger-prick blood test employs a plasma separation card, designed to cut costs and simplify testing procedures.

By reducing reliance on more invasive procedures, the blood test opens the door for earlier intervention and potentially better outcomes for patients. Moreover, the FDA's clearance of a second blood ...

In a groundbreaking development for Alzheimer’s research, a pioneering trial has begun to assess whether a simple finger-prick blood test could provide an early diagnosis for the disease, potentially ...

Recent research suggests that blood tests may show markers of oral cancer. But a blood test isn’t enough to confirm an oral cancer diagnosis. A biopsy is the only way to confirm it. Blood tests for ...

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Finger-prick blood test accurately detects Alzheimer’s biomarkers, enabling at-home collection and broader research ...

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A blood osmolality test measures the blood for the concentration of certain dissolved particles. This test can show whether a person has an irregular balance of fluids in their body. Osmolality tests ...

Rhythm Biosciences has achieved a major milestone with the peer-reviewed validation of its ColoSTAT blood test, showing ...

Over 8.8 million Indians aged 60 and above are living with dementia, with Alzheimer’s accounting for the majority of cases, ...