{"id":10554,"date":"2026-01-22T20:23:24","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T20:23:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/?p=10554"},"modified":"2026-01-22T20:48:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T20:48:30","slug":"blood-test-for-alzheimers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/blood-test-for-alzheimers\/","title":{"rendered":"Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Alzheimer\u2019s disease is a degenerative brain disease and the most common type of dementia. It causes a slow decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning skills.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In May of 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved\u00a0the\u00a0Lumipulse\u00a0test, the first blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer\u2019s disease.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Lumipulse test utilizes a blood sample to measure specific proteins, including a particular form of the tau protein. The tau protein is a protein found in neurons that stabilizes hollow rods called microtubules, which guide the transport of nutrients, signals, and other essential molecules throughout the cell. The tau protein can indicate the presence of amyloid plaques in the brain. An amyloid plaque is a buildup of protein that is considered a hallmark sign of Alzheimer\u2019s disease. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Lumipulse test, along with other diagnostic tools such as a PET scan, can aid in the diagnosis of Alzheimer\u2019s disease.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Although this blood test can detect changes before any memory issues occur, it is recommended that it be used clinically in those who are showing symptoms of Alzheimer\u2019s disease.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The test is approved for adults 50 years of age and older who are having early memory or thinking problems, such as repeating questions, forgetting names, or misplacing things.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The test is not recommended for those with no symptoms of Alzheimer\u2019s disease.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It is important to note that if you can take the Lumipulse test and receive a positive result, it means that there are changes in your brain that may suggest you have Alzheimer\u2019s. However, these results by themselves do not mean that you have Alzheimer\u2019s disease. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You should consult with your healthcare provider to help further determine if you have Alzheimer\u2019s disease. They may:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n