Scientists have developed a simple blood test that can predict which heart disease patients face the greatest risk of life-threatening complications. Kindly note that this image has only been posted ...

In a recent study, people with osteoporosis had higher levels of alkaline phosphatase (ALP) in their blood compared to patients who didn’t have osteoporosis. The link was strongest in young women with ...

In a recent study, people with osteoporosis had higher levels of alkaline phosphatase (ALP) in their blood compared to patients who didn’t have osteoporosis. The link was strongest in young women with ...

A carbon dioxide (CO2) blood test measures the amount of CO2 in your body. It is typically performed in conjunction with other blood tests to assess for electrolyte imbalances. Levels that are too ...

A pioneering study indicates that Alzheimer’s disease is considerably more widespread among individuals over 85 than previously believed. The research also found that over one in ten people aged 70 ...

The MCV test measures the size of your red blood cells. A normal MCV for adults is between 80 and 100 femtoliters. MCV levels can indicate conditions like anemia or vitamin deficiency. A mean ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

You may need an MPV test if you show symptoms that suggest an issue with your platelet size or number. An MPV test involves drawing a blood sample from a vein and typically takes less than five ...

Nearly one in ten people over the age of 70 have Alzheimer’s disease dementia, shows a first-of-its-kind study that paired blood-based markers and clinical assessments to study the disease in Norway 1 ...

Learn how eating pasta regularly affects blood sugar, insulin response, and overall glucose control, plus tips for enjoying ...

A spate of weekend violence in Australia and Syria shows both the rise of antisemitism worldwide and why the threat of ISIS needs to be contained. Plus, a Hong Kong court hands down its guilty verdict ...