Retinal Photos Predict Alzheimer's Risk Factors
Researchers have discovered that retinal photographs can be analyzed by AI to predict risk factors for Alzheimer's disease. This method offers a low-cost, non-invasive alternative to traditional diagnostic tools by identifying subtle biomarkers in the eye.
Why it matters
Early detection of Alzheimer's is critical for intervention, and this technology could make screening significantly more accessible and affordable.
Often called "the window to the soul," the eyes may also offer clues about something less poetic but just as important: the health of the brain.
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