Seven Facts You Should Know About Alzheimer's Disease
Because there is no single test for Alzheimer's disease, diagnoses usually involve a thorough medical history and physical exam as well as tests to asses memory and the overall function of the mind and nervous system. A skilled physician will be able to diagnose with up to 90 percent accuracy and most diagnostic uncertainty arises from occasional difficulty distinguishing Alzheimer's disease from related disorders or other types of dementia.
By — Last Modified: 09/27/2012, First Published: 11/16/2011
