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www.nytimes.comA Blood Test Accurately Diagnosed Alzheimer's 90% of the Time, Study Finds
A blood test was significantly more accurate than doctors' interpretation of cognitive tests and CT scans in signaling Alzheimer's, correctly identifying 90% of patients.
The study marks a significant stride in the ability to measure brain pathology in living humans, enhancing Alzheimer's diagnosis accessibility and affordability.
Experts foresee routine blood tests for cognitive impairment in primary care like cholesterol tests, potentially revolutionizing early Alzheimer's detection and treatment.