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New Parkinson’s Test Could Detect Disease Years Earlier

Researchers at University College London have identified a set of blood markers that could revolutionize early detection of Parkinson's disease. Biochemist Jenny Hällqvist and her team used machine learning to pinpoint eight proteins in the blood that change as Parkinson's progresses. This breakthrough could lead to a simple blood test capable of identifying individuals at risk up to seven years before symptoms become apparent. Parkinson's affects around 10 million people worldwide, yet...