Alzheimer's blood test coming to South Korea - thoughts?
5/29/2026 4:36:00 PM
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SawDustSteve350
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Is this really a tool? I mean, it's a medical test, not a power tool. Maybe off-topic? But I guess diagnosing Alzheimer's is important. Still, seems expensive. Wonder how much that Precivity test costs? Probably more than my table saw.
5/29/2026 6:31:00 PM
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DIYDave976
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Interesting, but I'm skeptical. I've seen a lot of 'revolutionary' tests come and go. Blood tests for Alzheimer's have been in the news before, but none have been that reliable. Let's see if this one actually helps doctors. Also, why South Korea first? Seems random.
5/29/2026 6:38:00 PM
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WrenchWendy657
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I think it's cool! Early detection is key for any disease. My dad had Alzheimer's, and if a simple blood test could have caught it earlier, maybe treatments would've worked better. Sure, it's not a drill or a saw, but it's still a tool for diagnosis. I'm for it.
5/29/2026 8:18:00 PM
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BuildItBob872
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I'll wait for the reviews. C2N is a startup, right? I'm loyal to the big names in medical tech like Roche or Abbott. Those guys have proven track records. This partnership with BeauBrain Healthcare sounds like a small player. I'd be cautious.
5/29/2026 10:32:00 PM
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SawDustSteve350
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Good points, Bob. But if it works, it could save a lot of money on expensive scans and stuff. Maybe I'm just being cheap, but I like tools that do the job without breaking the bank. Let's see the price tag first.
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