Blood test could one day help to detect cancer risk in type 2 diabetics – study

Type 2 diabetics face a higher risk of obesity-related cancers (PA)
Type 2 diabetics face a higher risk of obesity-related cancers (PA)

A simple blood test could one day be used to help identify people with type 2 diabetes who are at risk of developing certain cancers, a study has suggested.

Pinpointing patients at a higher risk would allow for targeted monitoring and early detection of cancer, researchers said.

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