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The world’s first blood test to predict Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms occur has been developed. The test identifies 10 chemicals in the blood associated with the disease two to three years before symptoms start, but it might be able to predict Alzheimer’s decade earlier

Globally, 35 million people are living with Alzheimer’s. It is characterised by a toxic build up amyloid and tau proteins in the brain , which destroys the neurons. Several blood tests can diagnose the disease, but until now, none has had the sensitivity to predict its onset

But with no treatments available, would anyone want to take these tests? Mapstone says ‘’In my experience, the majority of peoplle are very interested to know whether they will get Alzheimer’s. They believe that knowledge is power – particularly when it comes to your own health. We may not have any therapy yet but these are things we can do – we can get our financial and legal affairs in order, plan for future care, and inform family members

Nguồn: IELTS Liz