In cancer, the body cells start growing rapidly, which is not normal. The symptoms of cancer can be different from each other according to the organ. It is very difficult to detect cancer in some parts. However, through recent research, a blood test has been found, with the help of which brain cancer can be diagnosed within 60 minutes.
Scientists at the University of Notre Dame, America have developed this blood test. In this discovery, scientists have worked on 'liquid biopsy'. This test requires only 100 microliters of blood and it identifies the biomarkers associated with the most common and deadly brain tumor, glioblastoma, in just one hour.
What is glioblastoma?
Glioblastoma is a tumor that grows very fast in the brain and creates difficulty in treatment. Diagnosis of glioblastoma is not easy, it takes a lot of time.
Cause of brain cancer
Brain cancer occurs when there is abnormal and uncontrolled growth of cells in the brain tissue, leading to the formation of tumors. These tumors can disrupt the major functions of the brain. Although the exact cause of brain cancer is not known, some of its major risk factors include ionizing radiation, genetic predisposition, certain environmental factors, and certain medical conditions.
Symptoms of brain cancer
The symptoms of brain cancer depend on its growth. But usually, the patient may face headaches, seizures, fatigue, difficulty in thinking, stool, lack of sleep, and difficulties in talking.
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