A saliva or blood sample could one day be used to detect cancer

A team of researchers has made a discovery that could, in the longer term, lead to a simple and reliable analysis method for detecting cancer. — AFP Relaxnews

Researchers in Sweden have developed a method for determining and interpreting changes in sugar molecules in cancer cells. Although their work is still in progress, this discovery could one day enable the detection of cancer by a mere sample of saliva or blood.

Scientists around the world are investigating ways to diagnose all forms of cancer as early as possible to improve treatment and, consequently, chances of recovery. A team of researchers at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, could potentially be on the right track thanks to a discovery that could, within several years, lead to the development of an effective and reliable analysis method for detecting cancer using a blood or saliva sample.