Scientists develop first ‘accurate blood test’ to detect chronic fatigue syndrome

The test – the first of its kind – could transform how ME is diagnosed and managed, the researchers claim. Photograph: Image Source/Alamy

Scientists say they have developed the world’s first blood test to diagnose myalgic encephalomyelitis, also known as chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS).

There is currently no test for the condition and patients tend to be diagnosed based on symptoms, which means many can go undiagnosed for years.