Jan 8, 2026 · Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers measured from finger-prick dried blood samples closely match standard plasma tests and predict CSF pathology with good accuracy, a large-scale study …

4 days ago · Point-of-care testing for common sexually transmitted infections may reduce overuse of antibiotics and improve emergency department workflow.

Jun 17, 2025 · An experimental blood test can detect celiac disease, even when no gluten has been consumed, which may make the path to accurate diagnosis quicker and less painful.

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Aug 12, 2025 · Excessive vitamin D intake triggers severe hypercalcemia and kidney injury in otherwise healthy individuals, highlighting the risk for unsupervised supplementation.

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Emerging research shows the potential of using a simple finger-prick blood test to detect biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease at home or in the doctor's office.

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Dec 5, 2025 · A newly cleared point-of-care test will enable rapid identification of whooping cough, according to a press release from manufacturer Roche. The molecular test uses the cobas liat …