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New blood test could identify children at risk of diabetes, liver ills

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London: Scientists have developed a novel blood test that uses lipids to identify children who are more susceptible to obesity-related problems, such as type 2 diabetes, liver, and heart disease.

King's College London researchers found
A novel link between lipids and disorders affecting children's metabolism has been discovered by King's College London researchers, and this finding may provide an early warning system for ailments including liver disease. The study was published in Nature Medicine.

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