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How is Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease diagnosed?
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A diagnosis of Creuztzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) can only be confirmed by a brain biopsy (not recommended due to transmission risks) or autopsy. In some patients an EEG, MRI and a lumbar puncuture test looking for a particular protein called 14-3-3 in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) combined with clinical signs and a rapid deterioration can give a good indication that the patient is suffering with CJD although it is important to first rule out other diseases that may be treatable.
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