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I am extremely skeptical about the need for this kind of shotgun "health marker" blood panel test. Even granting the premise that whatever ML algorithm they use
by ropable 1y ago
I am extremely skeptical about the need for this kind of shotgun "health marker" blood panel test. Even granting the premise that whatever ML algorithm they use to interpret the results is at all accurate, the upshot is unlikely to change the general recommendations regarding heart disease anyway (control blood pressure, stop smoking, manage diabetes or pre-diabetes, maintain a healthy diet and meet the physical activity guidelines).
If I'm being extra charitable, this kind of test might show up an elevated Lp(a) level, which is a risk factor. At which point you would want to consult a qualified physician, not rely on a single blood test interpreted by an algorithm.
- brandonb 1y agoFWIW, the linked article shows a specific biomarker that would change both medication and lifestyle, i.e., something you’d act on. The panel from the company above (I’m a co-founder) includes a review with an MD (not just an algorithm).
- ropable 1y agoThank you to the reply; the fact that there is a qualified human in the loop to review test results is very encouraging. I stand corrected on my initial assessment.