Bergen scientists uncover blood markers that may explain childhood cancer years before diagnosis
A research team in Bergen reports finding blood traces up to 15 years before children receive a cancer diagnosis.
The University of Bergen's Kidimmune project, led by professor Ola Myklebost, has identified molecular signals in blood samples taken long before pediatric cancers are diagnosed. After six years of investigation, the team believes these markers could offer a new explanation for how the disease develops. The discovery suggests the possibility of detecting the disease much earlier than current methods allow.
Why it matters
Early detection of cancer markers could dramatically improve treatment options and survival rates for children.
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