Thursday, March 22, 2012

New blood test predicts heart attack weeks in advance

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My wife just went through a congested heart attack, which the ER doctor said could have killed her if we waited two more hours to get help. She just got home today after nine days in ICU. She's doing well but the heart is weak and she is on lots of medication. With that in mind, here is an amazing medical story that I hope comes true one day to saver lives!

Scientists have found the holy grail of heart medicine: a simple blood test that can tell patients if they're in imminent danger of having a heart attack within two weeks. Look for big, misshapen cells.
Read more here: http://www.smartplanet.com/blog/rethinking-healthcare/new-blood-test-predicts...