Lifting magnetic fingerprints using scanning probe microscopy

A Czech and Spanish-led research team has demonstrated the ability to distinguish subtle differences between magnetic ground ...

The finger prick blood test that could revolutionise Alzheimer’s diagnosis

A pioneering trial has begun to assess whether a simple finger-prick blood test could offer an early diagnosis for ...

Finger-prick blood test could detect Alzheimer's before you have symptoms

At present, a definitive diagnosis of Alzheimer’s can only be given if people undergo a specialised brain scan or a lumbar ...

New blood test could 'revolutionise' dementia diagnosis as experts issue major update

A quick blood test could replace the current invasive methods of diagnosing the disease and it could be performed in GP ...

Social media addiction’s surprising challenger? Anti-doomscrolling influencers

With billions of active users across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and other social media platforms, cutting down on screen time ...
Alzheimer's Research UK

Researchers to test simple finger-prick blood test to spot early signs of Alzheimer’s

What if screening for the diseases that cause dementia could start with something as quick as a finger-prick blood test?

FDA-Approved Blood Test Offers New Hope for Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

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 ...

Finger prick blood test could revolutionise dementia diagnosis

The finger prick blood test that could revolutionise Alzheimer’s diagnosis - The test aims to pick up three proteins known to ...