Mayo Clinic publishes Alzheimer’s and dementia testing resources
Mayo Clinic provides detailed guidance for healthcare professionals on choosing appropriate tests for diagnosing Alzheimer’s and dementia, especially when symptoms overlap, ensuring accurate diagnosis and tailored care.
Mayo Clinic has published resources to help healthcare professionals select the best Alzheimer’s and dementia tests for their patients, particularly when they’re experiencing overlapping symptoms.
Their page, “One trusted laboratory to untangle overlapping symptoms,” lists available tests “developed by clinical and testing experts with decades of experience.” The goal of this action is to ensure patients receive the right care and diagnosis. Tests include:
Alzheimer's disease blood testing
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) testing for Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer’s disease with mixed pathology and dementia with Lewy bodies testing
Autoimmune dementia testing
Hereditary Alzheimer’s disease and dementia testing
