New Blood Test May Help Detect Breast Cancer Early

A less invasive method of diagnosing breast cancer may be on its way. A new study by researchers from University College London says a simple blood test may detect breast cancer early. The blood test measures proteins in the blood and may detect changes in the levels caused by cancer. What is most impresssive is that the test may be able to tell the difference between benign and malignant conditions.

Other types of cancer such as ovarian cancer, melanoma, and prostate cancer may de detected by the blood test.

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