Evaluation of the SCM test
1984
Evaluation of the SCM Test
Sample size: 621
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): R.J. Atkinson, W.S. Lowry, P. Strain
Primary Institution: The Queen's University of Belfast
Hypothesis
Can the SCM test distinguish between normal controls and patients with malignant disease?
Conclusion
The study found that the SCM test is of no clinical value.
Supporting Evidence
- The study incorporated modifications suggested by Dr. Cercek.
- The test was claimed to distinguish between normal and malignant conditions.
- The study processed a large number of blood samples.
Takeaway
The SCM test was supposed to help tell if someone has cancer, but this study showed it doesn't work.
Methodology
The study processed 621 blood samples from controls and various patient groups under identical laboratory conditions.
Limitations
The study was unable to confirm the claims made about the SCM test.
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