Scientists at Oregon Health & Science University say they are getting closer to a simple blood test that could help doctors ...

Recent research suggests that blood tests may show markers of oral cancer. But a blood test isn’t enough to confirm an oral cancer diagnosis. A biopsy is the only way to confirm it. Blood tests for ...

Liquid biopsy, a revolutionary blood test, could potentially save thousands of lives. A leading cause of death, cancer led to 10 million deaths in 2020, according to the World Health Organization. One ...

Blood tests cannot detect throat cancer. However, they can help indicate a person’s overall health. Doctors may use them to determine whether a person is a suitable candidate for certain types of ...

A Miami man credits a routine blood test with saving his life after early-stage colon cancer was found via colonoscopy, leading to successful surgery.

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...

A blood test to screen for Alzheimer's disease in India? The rollout could make earlier and less invasive detection more ...

A blood osmolality test measures the blood for the concentration of certain dissolved particles. This test can show whether a person has an irregular balance of fluids in their body. Osmolality tests ...