# Blood test could shorten cancer diagnosis wait

A new PCR system in Hong Kong detects cancer, infections, and birth defects in hours. Blood tests may reduce patient wait times for diagnosis. The technology is part of a broader health innovation series.

https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3372012/really-terrified-how-blood-test-could-spare-cancer-patients-agonising-wait

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