Can Alzheimer's Spread Through Blood Transfusions? Here's What We Know.

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Many people are afraid to suffer from Alzheimer's disease in their old age, which is why it is all the more important to know the triggers for neurodegenerative disease. A fear is that these can also be found in blood and blood preparations. A research team therefore investigates this question.

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The possibility has been raised that brain proteins causing dementia or cerebral hemorrhage could be transmitted to others through blood transfusions. Although there is no conclusive evidence yet that blood transfusions transmit dementia, opinions have emerged that preemptive measures are necessary to prevent potential risks, similar to how proteins causing mad cow disease were blocked in the past. A research team led by Professor John Collinge …

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Alzheimer's disease remains primarily associated with aging, genetics or lifestyle. Nevertheless, a singular hypothesis is emerging today in the medical community. Experts suspect that the proteins responsible for this neurodegenerative disorder can be transmitted between individuals, as an infectious agent. A recent publication in the journal The ... Read more The article The potential spread of Alzheimer's disease by blood transfusion concerns…

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The possibility of Alzheimer's disease being transmitted by blood transfusions is not yet proven, but has been investigated more carefully by scientists. A recent review has analyzed studies on the subject and indicates that there are biological indications that deserve follow-up, although the risk, so far, is considered low. The survey, published in The Lancet 22 August, brings together research that explores the behavior of beta-amyloid, prote…

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Scientists are investigating the possibility that certain proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease could be transmitted through blood transfusions. For now, the risk remains theoretical and there is not enough evidence to confirm transmission of the disease through this route, but the researchers are calling for further studies and precautions.