Newly discovered protein changes in the blood could pave the way for a new test to catching breast cancer up to two years early.
On Wednesday (November 16), researchers revealed they found the levels of six proteins in people’s blood changed before they were diagnosed with breast cancer. They claimed this could form the basis of blood testing to catch the disease early in those who are genetically predisposed or have a family history of breast cancer.
Blood tests are relatively simple and painless, meaning this could become a screening method offered whenever people needed. Catching the disease early reduces the chance of death.
