Both fascinating and slightly boggling...
A simple skin-swab test could be used to help diagnose the degenerative brain condition Parkinson's disease, UK scientists say.
Studies with volunteers show it can quickly detect tell-tale compounds in sebum - the oily substance that protects the skin.
Researchers discovered this after a woman amazed doctors with her ability to detect Parkinson's through smell.
A simple skin-swab test could be used to help diagnose the degenerative brain condition Parkinson's disease, UK scientists say.
Studies with volunteers show it can quickly detect tell-tale compounds in sebum - the oily substance that protects the skin.
Researchers discovered this after a woman amazed doctors with her ability to detect Parkinson's through smell.
Parkinson's skin-swab test 'in sight'
Checking for tell-tale compounds could help spot the degenerative brain condition, experts say.
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