“Choosing Wisely”: Apolipoprotein E Genetic Testing for the Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease in Dementia Clinics
Abstract
Background:Apolipoprotein E (APOE) ɛ4 allele carriers have an increased risk of late-onset Alzheimer’s disease (AD). However, in the “Choosing Wisely” campaign for avoiding unnecessary medical tests, treatments, and procedures, APOE genetic testing is not recommended as a predictive test for AD. Ob jective:The aim of this study was to investigate the potential value of APOE genetic testing in a specific clinical context. Methods:Subjects with...
Paper Details
Title
“Choosing Wisely”: Apolipoprotein E Genetic Testing for the Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease in Dementia Clinics
Published Date
Apr 21, 2020
Volume
74
Issue
4
Pages
1253 - 1260
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