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Blood test detects osteoarthritis 8 years earlier than X-rays

India TV News — May 9, 2024, 10:00 AM UTC

Summary: A study reveals a blood test can detect knee osteoarthritis up to 8 years earlier than X-rays, predicting the condition with 77% accuracy using 6 bloodborne proteins. This breakthrough could lead to early preventive strategies for the 32.5 million affected adults in the US. Dr. Kraus suggests targeting these proteins for improved preventative treatments. Clinical trials may follow to assess new medications' effectiveness in halting osteoarthritis progression.

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