Discover how the pTau 181 plasma test is changing the way GPs approach cognitive symptoms as neurologist Prof Amy Brodtmann and Dr Marita Long unpack when this blood biomarker can truly add value, and when it might not.

In this episode:
Clarify the role of pTau 181 plasma test as a rule-out tool for Alzheimer’s pathology  
Identify when to use the test in early dementia 
Apply pre‑test probability to decide who to test
Interpret results to guide imaging, referral, and consideration of monoclonal antibody therapies
Gain practical tips on counselling patients and risk-factor management 

 

Host: Dr Marita Long | Total Time: 28 mins

Expert: Prof Amy Brodtmann, Cognitive Neurologist 

 

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Discover how the pTau 181 plasma test is changing the way GPs approach cognitive symptoms as neurologist Prof Amy Brodtmann and Dr Marita Long unpack when this blood biomarker can truly add value, and when it might not.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>Clarify the role of pTau 181 plasma test as a rule-out tool for Alzheimer&rsquo;s pathology&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Identify when to use the test in early dementia&nbsp;</li>
<li>Apply pre‑test probability to decide who to test</li>
<li>Interpret results to guide imaging, referral, and consideration of monoclonal antibody therapies</li>
<li>Gain practical tips on counselling&nbsp;patients&nbsp;and risk-factor management&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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Host: Dr Marita Long | Total Time: 28 mins
Expert: Prof Amy Brodtmann, Cognitive Neurologist&nbsp;
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