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This project offers a simple blood test to detect dangerous liver scarring (fibrosis) early in patients with Type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease. By measuring a specific protein (Thrombospondin-2), it replaces invasive biopsies. This painless, cost-effective solution enables timely treatment and better health outcomes. With millions at risk globally, this test has significant potential to become a standard tool in preventive healthcare for metabolic disorders.

Team of Department of Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine:

Prof. Chih Ko Paul LEE

Clinical Associate Professor

Emeritus Prof. Karen Siu Ling LAM

Honorary Clinical Professor

Email: pchlee@hku.hk

Prof. Aimin XU

Professor, Chair of Metabolic Medicine

Email: amxu@hku.hk

Gold Medal with Jury Commendation, International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva 2025