'Traffic light' test could prevent hundreds of people developing alcohol-related cirrhosis

A simple 'traffic light' test that detects hidden liver fibrosis and cirrhosis in high risk populations could reduce harmful drinking rates and potentially prevent hundreds of alcohol-related deaths a year. Devised by Dr Nick Sheron and colleagues at University of Southampton and Southampton General Hospital, the Southampton Traffic Light (STL) test, which costs about £50, could be used by GPs in the community...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Medical Devices / Diagnostics Source Type: news