If you have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's, would you want to know? People in the US can now order a blood test to find out, but it is unclear what you can do with that information.
A blood test that indicates if someone is at high risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease went on sale to the public in the US on 31 July. It could give people an early warning about their deteriorating health, perhaps allowing them to take preventative measures, says the manufacturer,
. But some doctors are urging caution, saying the science is still too uncertain and a positive result could cause people great distress for no real benefit.
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