Inflammatory bowel disease can be detected in blood samples up to 16 years before onset, study suggests

Scientists at Örebro University have identified specific protein patterns in blood tests that can predict inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) up to 16 years before diagnosis. In particular, Crohn’s disease can be detected with very high accuracy. The study has been published in Gastroenterology.

This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

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