Retinal Imaging Shows Promise for Early Alzheimer's Risk Detection
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Carly Cassella
Summary
Researchers have found that retinal imaging can not only identify people with active Alzheimer's disease but also predict a person's risk of developing the condition years before clinical diagnosis. The retina, being an extension of the brain's neural tissue, shows changes that may serve as early warning signs for Alzheimer's. This non-invasive approach could enable earlier detection and intervention for the neurodegenerative disease.
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bskyRetinal Imaging Shows Promise for Early Alzheimer's Risk Detectionsciencealert.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledA change here could be one of the most obvious outward signs of a deeper problem, hidden beyond our sight.
Already, scientists have shown that photos of the retina can identify those with active and ongoing cases of Alzheimer's disease.
Now, some of the same researchers have shown that these photos can help to determine a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's, years before diagnosis.
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