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Predictive blood test for TB ‘a step closer’

August 21, 2010

International researchers say they have made a 'significant step' towards a predictive blood test for tuberculosis.

A DNA fingerprint in the blood shows promise in identifying which carriers of TB will go on to get symptoms and spread the infection.

Such a test would allow earlier diagnosis and treatment of the lung disease, potentially saving many lives.

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