Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn't involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet - and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
TL;DR
- New blood tests may predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms.
- Doctors state these tests are not yet ready for general use.
- It is not necessary to have a test before attempting to lower dementia risk.