Biomarkers in urine could be used to monitor concussion, say researchers
Two proteins in urine stand out as being the most predictive of concussion, the researchers report.
Source: horsetalk.co.nz
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Two proteins in urine stand out as being the most predictive of concussion, the researchers report.
Concussion can be frustratingly hard to diagnose and track. The injury doesn't show up on routine brain scans, and there is no definitive diagnostic test. It's usually diagnosed based on symptoms, and, in athletes, comparison with baseline testing if it was done. But concussion symptoms are non-specific, unreliable, and easily influenced by emotions.