AI blood test predicts Parkinson's 7 years before symptoms

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An AI blood test can predict Parkinson's disease 7 years before symptoms, aiding early intervention. Developed by researchers from University College London and University Medical Center Göttingen, the test analyzes plasma proteomics to identify biomarkers. In a study of 72 patients with REM behavior disorder, 79% showed Parkinson's biomarkers, with 16 developing the disease after a decade. This breakthrough offers hope for early treatment.


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