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Detecting Cancer Without Drawing Blood

Posted by kdawson on from the you'll-feel-a-slight-pinch dept.

An anonymous reader informs us of research out of Purdue that allows for early detection of cancer without a blood sample. The technique involves shining laser light on surface veins, such as those in the wrist or cheek.

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  1. Re:This was already posted ./ by nonsequitor · · Score: 3, Insightful

    Technically its not a dupe, its still in the firehose. Additionally this had the better of the 2 summaries. You'll notice MANY dupes on the firehose, so its not even a big deal.

    Learn how slashdot works before telling editors they're doing it wrong. Oh wait, carry on.