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Pitch side saliva test to improve concussion diagnosis

By MATT WALKER
NEWS EXTRA
A SIMPLE pitch side saliva test could in future make almost instant decisions as to whether a player has suffered a concussion.
The University of Birmingham has made a significant breakthrough after identifying molecules which can be found in saliva that indicate whether the brain has suffered injury.
The research team are working towards a handheld device that would help medics assess whether a player is suffering from concussion and hopes are the device will be ready for the upcoming World Cup in Japan this September.
Neurosurgeon professor Tony Belli has led the...

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