Alzheimer's disease doesn't just steal the patient's memory; it also severely affects "everyone in the family" in terms of emotional stress, time commitment, and potential future financial burdens.
Why is "Alzheimer's Risk Screening" important?
Alzheimer's disease quietly builds up in the brain for 10–15 years before the first symptoms of forgetfulness appear. Waiting for symptoms may be too late for effective prevention.
Current medical technology allows us to assess the risk even before symptoms appear, helping us to...
- Plan finances and care in advance: Reduce the risk of long-term expenses that could amount to millions of baht, and plan care and lifestyle so that everyone in the family is prepared.
- Adjust lifestyle to "delay the disease": Physicians can provide personalized advice to reduce risk factors and slow down brain cell degeneration through diet, exercise, and brain training, which research supports as effective in extending time and reducing the severity of the disease.
- Reduce anxiety for loved ones: Assure them that we have made the best possible preparations.
Investing in brain health today is the most worthwhile long-term investment.
Alzheimer's Disease Risk Screening Technology
- **Blood test for Amyloid-Beta protein (OAB) (Brain Waste):** This is the accelerator of premature brain degeneration. It can predict the risk of Alzheimer's disease up to 10–15 years in advance and has an accuracy of 86–88%.
- **APOE e4 gene testing:** This is the most important genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's disease. Individuals with this gene have a 3–12 times higher risk of developing the disease than the general population and may develop it earlier.
- **Screening for high blood sugar and insulin resistance:** These increase the risk of Alzheimer's by 1.5 to 2 times due to the following negative effects:
- Brain cells lack sugar, and cerebral capillaries degrade, making brain cells more vulnerable to damage.
- Chronic inflammation occurs throughout the body, damaging nerve cells and accelerating the Alzheimer's process.
- The IDE enzyme (which breaks down excess insulin and Beta-Amyloid) must work hard to break down insulin, leaving it no time to clear Beta-Amyloid, leading to increased accumulation in the brain.
- **Brain MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging):** Checks for atrophy in the memory-related parts of the brain and also examines cerebral blood vessels.
Suitable for
- Individuals aged **40 years and above**.
- Those with a family history of Alzheimer's disease.
- Those who have started to experience frequent forgetfulness or are concerned about their own memory health.
Preparation
- Fast from food and drinks (except plain water) for at least **8 hours**.
- Wear loose-fitting clothing for blood pressure measurement and blood drawing.
Cost
- Alzheimer's Risk Screening Price: 19,500 Baht
Important Notes
- The price includes doctor's fees and service charges.
- Test results turnaround time is **30 days**.
- Prices are valid from January 1 to December 31, 2026.
- The hospital reserves the right to change prices without prior notice.
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For More Information
- Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine Clinic, 2nd Floor, Building 1, Tel: 043 002 002 ext. 2306
- Health Information Service Center, ext. 1905
