Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn't involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet - and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
New blood tests show promise in predicting Alzheimer’s disease years before symptoms appear. However, medical professionals caution that these tests are not yet ready for widespread use. Doctors emphasize that individuals can begin taking steps to lower their dementia risk without needing such predictive tests.
- New blood tests may predict Alzheimer’s years before symptoms.
- Doctors state these tests are not yet ready for general use.
- It is not necessary to have a test before attempting to lower dementia risk.
Write a comment