November 30th 2024.
Scientists in Melbourne have made a groundbreaking discovery with the development of a new blood test that could potentially detect melanomas before they are even visible to the naked eye. This is a significant development in the fight against skin cancer, as approximately 2000 Australians lose their lives to this disease every year.
The blood test works by measuring the biomarker of cancer and has the ability to identify melanoma in its early stages, even before any symptoms appear on the skin. According to the researchers, this method has an impressive 97% accuracy rate when differentiating between benign and different stages of melanoma.
If this blood test is approved by the regulator, it could be available for use within the next six months. However, it is expected to come with a hefty price tag of $1200 to $1500 per test, as it is not currently covered by the government. This news may be disheartening for some, but the potential to save countless lives from this deadly disease is invaluable.
The technology used for this blood test was developed in collaboration with inventor Genesq Biosciences and pathology provider Australian Clinical Labs. This partnership has resulted in a major breakthrough in the fight against melanoma, which is the third most common cancer in Australia and the most common for those aged between 20 and 39.
Early detection is key when it comes to treating melanoma, as about 90% of cases can be cured through surgery if caught in its early stages. With this new blood test, the chances of early detection and successful treatment are greatly increased, giving hope to those at risk of developing this type of cancer.
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