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Researchers developing ultra-sensitive blood test with potential to revolutionise diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

Posted in Medicine, Science on 13th Jun, 2024
by Alex Muller

Researchers at the University of York are using light-based technology to develop a simple and cost-effective blood test for Alzheimer’s disease.

One test to detect multiple cancers – where are we now?

Posted in Medicine, Science on 13th Jun, 2024
by Alex Muller

Most cancers diagnosed at an earlier stage have a better prognosis. Detecting and diagnosing cancer earlier can mean there are more treatment options for patients and, ultimately, can help people survive cancer and lead longer, better lives.

Scientists Find A Surprising Way To Transform A And B Blood Types Into Universal Blood

Posted in Medicine, Science on 27th May, 2024
by Alex Muller

Compared to previous attempts, the blend of enzymes converted A and B blood types to type O blood with "Remarkably high efficiencies".

Proteins in blood could warn of cancer seven years before diagnosis, scientists find

Posted in Medicine, Science on 23rd May, 2024
by Alex Muller

Doctors welcome the "important" discovery and say it is a "crucial first step" towards offering preventative therapies.

Blood test reveals best lung cancer treatment

Posted in Medicine on 1st Apr, 2024
by Alex Muller

Thousands of patients in England with suspected lung cancer are being offered a blood test which can show if they can get early access to targeted therapies.