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- Researchers found a new fast blood test.
- It helps doctors diagnose Burkitt lymphoma early.
- The test uses one small blood sample only.
- It gives results much faster than tissue biopsy.
- Many children can start cancer treatment sooner.
- Doctors will still use standard tests too.
- The method needs special machines and trained staff.
- Teams trained local staff to run the tests.
- Health groups plan more clinical trials locally.
- The test aims to help many families.
Difficult words
- researcher — person who studies and finds new factsResearchers
- diagnose — say what illness a person has
- sample — small part of something for testing
- biopsy — medical test of tissue from the body
- treatment — medical care to help a sick person
- clinical trial — research study to test medical careclinical trials
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Discussion questions
- Have you ever had a blood test?
- Would you like tests with one small blood sample?
- Do you think fast results help families?
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