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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jane Kirby

DARK SECRETS: Scientists develop blood test that can detect brain cancer with 90 accuracy - The Real Truth

  • Scientists have developed a new blood test with over 90 per cent accuracy for detecting aggressive glioblastomas and monitoring their progression.
  • Led by the University of Manchester in collaboration with Danish teams, the test identifies tumours and treatment response using two specific blood proteins.
  • The breakthrough offers a less invasive and potentially faster diagnostic alternative to current methods like surgical biopsies and extensive MRI scans.
  • The test has shown stable and robust results, even as tumours evolve, and can indicate when treatment is not working or cancer has returned earlier than current methods.
  • Clinical trials are underway across UK and international sites, with hopes for the test to be integrated into the NHS within a decade for earlier diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.

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