Are Cancer Blood Tests Worth It? (Bloomberg)

Vlasko · 2024-08-20T22:09:55.816Z

Galleri promises to detect multiple cancers—but new evidence casts doubt on this much hyped blood test

Galleri promises to detect multiple cancers—but new evidence casts doubt on...

A blood test being trialled in large numbers of people in England is facing mounting evidence against its implementation as a screening tool for early cancer. Margaret McCartney and Deborah Cohen investigate Big promises have been made for the...

HealthspanMaximalist · 2024-09-10T01:01:56.085Z

Thanks. This year I ordered OneTest for the reason stated. At my appointment with my GP next year I will inquire about Galleri and see if an age exception can be made as you suggested.

Comparing the different tests, I do not believe there is a “best option” for everyone. What is being tested varies as does the specificity and sensitivity of the output. For me that means there may be some advantages of taking multiple cancer blood tests.