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Integrating Blood-Based Biomarkers for Alzheimer’s Risk Assessment
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In this episode of Results are In by Quest Diagnostics, Amanda Benson is joined by Dr. Michael Racke, Medical Director for Neurology at Quest Diagnostics, to discuss the groundbreaking role blood-based biomarkers play in assessing Alzheimer’s disease risk. Dr. Racke shares his expert insights on how these biomarkers are revolutionizing early risk detection and diagnosis, offering primary care physicians a proactive tool to identify Alzheimer’s before cognitive symptoms appear. From the evolution of Alzheimer's diagnostics to the practical application of plasma-based tests, Dr. Racke explains how integrating these tests into routine health visits can enable earlier interventions and better patient outcomes. He also discusses how blood-based biomarkers, in conjunction with digital cognitive assessments, are improving the sensitivity of Alzheimer’s screenings. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of Alzheimer’s diagnostics and the power of early detection in cognitive health.
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