A blood test could reveal Crohn’s disease years before symptoms

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A new blood test may reveal Crohn’s disease years before symptoms begin. The test detects an unusual immune response to gut bacteria in people who later develop the condition. By studying healthy relatives of Crohn’s patients, researchers identified early warning signals long in advance. The findings raise hope for earlier diagnosis and future prevention.

Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2 ... 093437.htm
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