A simple finger prick can be used to diagnose Alzheimer's
29 November, 2024A new study is paving the way for a more accessible method of Alzheimer's testing, requiring just a quick prick of the finger and a few drops of blood that can be sent to a laboratory through the mail.
Mast cell test simplifies the diagnosis of food allergies
29 October, 2024In the Hoxb8 mast cell activation test (Hoxb8 MAT), mast cells grown in the laboratory are brought into contact with blood serum from allergic patients.
Experimental blood test detects early-stage pancreatic cancer
23 October, 2024The new test works by detecting two sugars — CA199.STRA and CA19-9 — that are produced by pancreatic cancer cells and escape into the bloodstream.
Biomarkers for dementia vary with time of day
16 October, 2024Biomarkers used to diagnose Alzheimer's, including a promising marker for early diagnosis of the condition, vary significantly depending on the time of day they are taken.
AI-based liquid biopsy could detect ovarian cancer earlier
03 October, 2024A blood test that uses a combination of artificial intelligence (AI) and protein biomarkers could help screen women for early signs of ovarian cancer.
'Casual' gestational diabetes test misses 70% of cases
19 September, 2024When screening pregnant women for gestational diabetes, casual blood glucose testing misses 70% of cases.
Blood test shows promise for early diagnosis of Alzheimer's
12 September, 2024The test assesses the relative levels of potassium isotopes in human blood serum and shows potential to diagnose Alzheimer's before cognitive decline becomes apparent.
Saliva test enables heart failure screening at home
30 August, 2024The point-of-care electrochemical biosensor prototype can measure levels of two biomarkers for heart failure in as little as 15 min from just a drop of saliva.
Blood test predicts chronic lung disease in preterm babies
14 August, 2024Changes in certain blood proteins, alongside gestational age, birth weight and sex, strongly predict bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) within 72 hours of life.
Nanotech device enables early lung cancer detection
07 August, 2024A drop of blood could be all that's needed to alert clinicians to the presence of small lung cancer nodules and allow intervention while the disease is in its early stages.
Urine test detects cervical cancer virus proteins
17 July, 2024Scientists have found a way to detect HPV oncoproteins in urine, which could encourage more women to participate in regular cervical cancer screening.
Blood test can track the brain's recovery after concussion
20 June, 2024A blood test can accurately detect the ongoing effects of sport-related concussion and help determine when it's safe to return to the field, according to an international study.
Two new methods for faster sepsis diagnosis
12 April, 2024Sepsis and septic shock patients could soon experience faster diagnoses and better outcomes, thanks to new Australian research.
Biomarker could prevent sudden cardiac death in men
12 March, 2024Plasma 4β-hydroxycholesterol (4βHC) measurement could help to predict and prevent sudden cardiac death in men with coronary artery disease, according to researchers.
Blood test can predict risk of imminent heart attack
04 March, 2024A new online tool lets users input their blood test results along with other basic information to discover if they are at increased risk of having a heart attack within six months.
