Alzheimer's blood test could 'revolutionise' diagnosis

Scientists leading the trial at University College London believe the blood test could improve the accuracy of diagnosis of the disease to more than 90%. Read More

Blood test brings new era in Alzheimer’s diagnosis

For years, Alzheimer’s could only be confirmed after death. Later, spinal taps and costly brain scans became the standard for answers. Now, a simple blood test is giving physicians and ... Read More

Blood Test for Alzheimer’s: Not a Predictor, Says Ethicist

The FDA recently cleared, for the first time, a blood test for Alzheimer's. This is very exciting news that has made many headlines. I think we have to exercise caution, care, and make sure patients ... Read More

Blood test may help identify people at higher risk of Alzheimer’s, UCSD study says

“A blood test is easier than a lumbar puncture, which is needed for CSF [cerebral spinal fluid], which is one of the ways in which Alzheimer’s disease can be detected,” Marquez said. “The other way is ... Read More

Blood test for clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer's unprecedented in new guidelines

The Alzheimer's Association released its first comprehensive clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis, treatment, and care of Alzheimer's disease (AD) at the end of July. This landmark document ... Read More

FDA clears first blood test to aid in Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Seniors experiencing memory problems and cognitive decline now have access to a new diagnostic blood test to detect Alzheimer’s disease. Labcorp this week unveiled the first Food and Drug ... Read More

Common Questions About the FDA-Approved Alzheimer’s Blood Test

Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating condition that affects more than 7 million Americans, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. As the Baby Boomer generation ages, this number is estimated to ... Read More

Labcorp Launches FDA-Cleared Blood Test for Alzheimer's Disease

Labcorp has launched the first blood-based in-vitro diagnostic test cleared by the Food and Drug Administration to aid in the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. The test--called the Lumipulse ... Read More

The Future of Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Is Now

A patient enters her general practitioner’s office for a routine checkup. She is 65 years old, and—knock on wood—in good health: walking outside every morning, eating a thoughtful diet, and reading ... Read More

Early Alzheimer's brainwave test detects memory decline years before diagnosis

A simple brainwave test developed at the University of Bath has been shown to detect signs of memory impairment linked to Alzheimer's disease years before clinical diagnosis is typically possible. Read More

Alzheimer's Diagnosis: What You Need to Know

Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed with multiple types of tests that also help to rule out other possible conditions with similar symptoms. You may have blood and urine tests, memory function tests, and ... Read More