‘Gamechanging’ brain tumour test reduces diagnosis from eight weeks to two hours
A new brain tumour test developed in the UK can diagnose tumours in two hours instead of eight weeks. It is being tested in five hospitals and could help patients start treatment faster. The test uses genetic analysis to provide quick results during surgery.
A new genomic test allows doctors to diagnose brain tumours quickly during surgery, cutting diagnosis time from weeks to hours. It is being tested in five NHS hospitals.
Faster diagnosis means patients can begin treatment sooner, which can improve outcomes and reduce uncertainty. It also helps connect patients to clinical trials more quickly.
The test offers hope by improving care for people with brain tumours, showing how medical advances can make a real difference in patients' lives.
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