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Breakthrough EEG Test Diagnoses Alzheimer’s in Just Three Minutes

9/11/2025

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Researchers created a Fastball EEG test that diagnoses Alzheimer’s-related memory issues in three minutes.
It measures brain responses to familiar images, differentiating healthy individuals from those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
In a study of 106 participants, the test identified memory problems associated with early Alzheimer’s.
The small sample size limits findings, necessitating further research for broader validation.
Future diagnostic tools, like blood tests, could improve early detection and intervention.

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Researchers created a Fastball EEG test that diagnoses Alzheimer’s-related memory issues in three minutes.
It measures brain responses to familiar images, differentiating healthy individuals from those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
In a study of 106 participants, the test identified memory problems associated with early Alzheimer’s.
The small sample size limits findings, necessitating further research for broader validation.
Future diagnostic tools, like blood tests, could improve early detection and intervention.