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New ovarian cancer test | Testosterone | How the PAP test began | A deep look at sleep
Aug 21, 2023
Mary Papanicolaou, the developer of the PAP test, discusses the challenges of detecting ovarian cancer early. The podcast also explores the safety of testosterone replacement therapy for men. Additionally, it highlights the unsung hero, Mary Papanicolaou, whose research led to the discovery of the Pap test. Finally, the podcast emphasizes the importance of sleep quality and its impact on thinking and memory.
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Quick takeaways
- A new test for early detection of ovarian cancer has been developed, which can differentiate between benign and malignant ovarian lumps based on a specific chemical marker in the blood.
- Testosterone replacement therapy in men with hypogonadism has shown to improve symptoms and cognition, but caution is needed in administering it to men without hypogonadism due to uncertain long-term effects and safety risks.
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Test for Ovarian Cancer Early Detection
A new test for early detection of ovarian cancer has been developed by researchers at the Hudson Institute. The test looks for a specific chemical marker in the blood that can differentiate between benign and malignant ovarian lumps. While the test is not yet considered a screening test, it can help in the clinical workup of determining whether the disease is likely to be malignant or benign. The test has shown to be approximately 90% accurate in identifying malignant tumors. Further studies and clinical trials are planned to validate its effectiveness and potential for early detection.
