New Method Simplifies Testing of HDL Function in Heart Disease Study
A simplified test of HDL's ability to remove cholesterol was associated with high-risk coronary plaques in a study of 61 patients.
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Heart Disease Risk Could Be Predicted with a Simple Test
A major new study shows that measuring two specific lipoprotein markers provides a more accurate assessment of heart disease risk.
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Biomarkers That Predict Heart Disease Risk in Pediatric Cancer Survivors
Researchers identified 27 protein biomarkers in blood serum that can predict cardiomyopathy risk in pediatric cancer survivors.
Blood Test Predicts 30-Year Cardiovascular Disease Risks for Women
A study found that elevated blood levels of LDL cholesterol, Lp(a), and CRP significantly increase long-term cardiovascular risk.
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Increased Testing for Heart Disease Indicator Needed
A new review finds that 20% of the global population carries a genetic risk for cardiovascular diseases due to high levels of lipoprotein(a).
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ADLM Publishes Guidance on Lipid Testing for Cardiovascular Disease
ADLM released guidelines to standardize lipid testing, aiming to improve the effectiveness of cardiovascular disease risk assessment.
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At-Home Saliva Test Quickly Detects Signs of Heart Failure
Researchers developed a POC electrochemical biosensor prototype designed to provide at-home screening capabilities for heart failure.
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ApoB Test May More Accurately Measure Heart Disease Risk
A study reveals that lipid panels may not fully capture the risk of cholesterol-related heart disease, highlighting a need for apoB testing.
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Prevencio Granted Patent for AI-Driven Blood Test for Heart Disease
Prevencio received a patent for its AI-powered blood test which accurately assesses the risk of obstructive coronary artery disease.
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AI-Based Cardiac Analysis of Flies Could Support Human Cardiovascular Disease Diagnosis
Researchers developed a machine learning method that utilizes deep learning and video microscopy to automate the analysis of heart dynamics.
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Siemens Healthineers Adds New Heart Failure Assay to Cardiac Test Menu
Siemens Healthineers introduced the NT-proBNPII assay to its Atellica Solution, enhancing rapid diagnostic capabilities for heart failure.
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Roche’s Lipoprotein Blood Test Gets Breakthrough Device Designation
Roche announced that its Tina-quant lipoprotein Lp(a) RxDx assay received Breakthrough Device Designation from the FDA.
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A Genetic Test for Early Cardiovascular Risk Detection
Researchers developed a genetic testing procedure that can identify patients at high risk for cardiovascular diseases.
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Advanced Cardiovascular POC Testing System Gets FDA Clearance
Analytics for Life and CorVista Health announced U.S. FDA clearance of the CorVista System with Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Add-On Module
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FDA Clears Cardiac Troponin I Test for Myocardial Infarction Diagnosis
The new high-sensitivity troponin assay is designed for use on the the PATHFAST Biomarker Analyzer from Polymedco.
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Heart Failure Monitoring Tech Doubles Sensitivity for Predicting Events Versus Standard of Care
Bodyport says its biomarker-based technology for remote heart failure monitoring detected twice as many heart failure events.
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Blood Biomarkers Help Predict Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
The measurement of six blood biomarkers improved the ability of researchers to predict a future increase in arterial inflammation.Â
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How a Standard Blood Test Helps Predict Heart Attacks
Combining the results of a standard blood test and an online tool can help identify those who are at risk of having a heart attack.
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