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New Blood Test May Be Able to Detect a Single Cell of Cancer

After receiving the diagnosis of a disabling condition, you may be forced to consider how you will pay for your living expenses if your condition makes it necessary for you to stop working. Social Security disability benefits may be available if you meet the qualifications put forth by the Social Security Administration.

According to a report from CNN, a new blood test may be available in the near future which will be able to detect a single cell of cancer. This could be a life-saving advancement in technology.

Johnson & Johnson is pairing up with Massachusetts General Hospital to develop a revolutionary blood test that will be able to help detect cancer in its earliest stages. This will help doctors determine if the cancer has spread and will provide researchers an opportunity to find new and better options for treatment.

It is anticipated that it will be another 5 years before the blood test is available but there has been substantial progress in the development. This noninvasive test will be able to pinpoint cancers in organs such as the prostate and breast.

While the American Cancer Society is excited about the possibilities, they do point out that this is just a step in the right direction with more research and work needing to be done.

If you have been diagnosed with cancer or any other disabling condition, a Social Security disability attorney can help you determine if you qualify to receive Social Security disability benefits.

When you are interviewing Social Security Disability attorneys ask critical questions, like: how many Social Security Disability hearings do you have per month; do you understand the SSA's POMS (the manual Social Security employees use to process claims); and, do you understand the date last insured and how it affects my disability onset date?

The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, located in Atlanta, Georgia represent over 5000 disability claimants. Our disability attorneys have experience with cross examining medical and vocational experts and take time when speaking with you about your case. Contact us today at 1-888-234-5758 for a FREE legal consultation. There is NO OBLIGATION to hire our firm and there are NO FEES unless one of our trained disability lawyers wins your case.