Blood Test
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Queen’s University researchers working on cutting-edge breast cancer researchCancer researchers based out of Queen's University in Kingston, Ont., are hard at work on technology that could monitor the effectiveness of breast cancer treatment.CanadaMay 12, 2023
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New medical lab set to open in Vernon, B.C., but concerns about wait times persistIt's good news for patients who need their blood samples taken as in recent years there have been complaints about long waits for service.HealthMay 11, 2023
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New Brunswickers can now get blood test results onlineNew Brunswickers can now access their blood test results on MyHealthNB, which will 'enable citizens to be more engaged in their health care.'HealthJan 22, 2023
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Alberta-made blood test could improve breast cancer screening, but when?Researchers behind ground-breaking technology developed in Calgary are hoping to streamline the breast cancer screening process.HealthDec 14, 2022
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B.C. researchers hail ‘breakthrough’ in blood-based technology for cancer researchThe team has developed a blood test that uses an "unprecedented level technological resolution" to examine each cancer's unique genetic makeup.HealthJul 20, 2022
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Breath test could diagnose repetitive blast injuries to the brain for first time: LawsonThere is currently no accurate way to test and diagnose a repetitive blast injury, a mild traumatic brain injury that results from pressure changes caused by an explosion.HealthApr 11, 2022
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Made-in-Calgary blood test for breast cancer detection now on marketIt's considered a game changer in women's health: a made-in-Calgary blood test detecting early signs of breast cancer. After 10 years of research, the team brings it to market.HealthNov 10, 2021
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Study identifies biomarkers that could be used to quickly identify COVID-19 with blood testA new research study is showing positive results in developing a new COVID-19 blood test that is faster, more accurate and less expensive than what is currently being used.HealthOct 27, 2020
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Scientists closing in on blood test to screen patients for Alzheimer’s diseaseDoctors are hoping for something to use during routine exams, where most dementia symptoms are evaluated, to gauge who needs more extensive testing.Jul 15, 2019
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No cases of hepatitis, HIV found among Lindsay dental clinic patients: health unitIn 2018, 257 patients at Lakeland Clinic received notification to get blood tests.HealthApr 23, 2019
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