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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Ella Pickover

Groundbreaking new prostate cancer test found to improve detection of aggressive forms

A new at-home saliva test for prostate cancer could outperform current testing methods, a new study suggests.

Researchers have developed a simple spit test, that can be performed at home and does not require a visit to the GP, which analyses genetic variants in a man's DNA.

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