Now There’s a Blood Test for Depression

Researchers have dug into the biological basis of mood disorders and developed a blood test for treatment.

Apr 15, 2021

If 25% of people will experience a depressive episode in their lifetime, we should probably have a fool-proof method for diagnosis and treatment, right? According to a recent MedicalXpress article, the former is already in work. A team of researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine have developed a blood test that can determine the severity of a patient’s depression and their risk of developing severe depression or bipolar disorder in the future.

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Based on an HDA survey, distributor members reported receiving accurate data for over 93% of purchase order lines from manufacturers. However, challenges remain with incomplete data, delayed data delivery, and difficult troubleshooting of barcodes and labels.

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Break out of the ordinary: see what’s new in life sciences packaging

At PACK EXPO Las Vegas, you’ll see machinery in action and new tech from 2,300 suppliers, collaborate with experts and explore transformative solutions. Join us this month to experience a breakthrough for life sciences products.

Medical Device Innovations Report

Cutting-edge packaging technologies are transforming the medical device sector in PMMI’s “Innovation in Medical Device” report, featuring advanced materials, smart solutions, and evolving regulations. Editors share insights from nearly 300 PACK EXPO booth visits—each product deemed new and truly innovative—alongside video demonstrations of the equipment and materials on display.

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