Three of four blood tests used to identify people in early stage Alzheimer’s perform differently in Black people, putting them at risk for misdiagnosis.
Tamara Bhandari-Washington University •
futurity
April 27, 2022
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~9 min
A new method that uses blood droplets can detect athletes who have taken performance-enhancing drugs. Researchers say it might be tested at the Olympics.
Ida Eriksen-U. Copenhagen •
futurity
July 26, 2021
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~5 min
The new blood test checks to see if cancer treatment is working in real-time. It can give results in just 24 hours, which could guide treatment decisions.
National University of Singapore •
futurity
June 17, 2021
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~8 min
Worldwide, 1 in 4 people will suffer from a depressive episode in their lifetime. A new blood test may lead to a more personalized approach to treatment.
Katie Duffey-Indiana U. •
futurity
April 12, 2021
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~6 min