Biological Signs of Depression Discovered

Researchers have discovered a biological marker of depression, which may lead to a lab test to determine the efficiency of antidepressants.

According to the article in The Journal of Neuroscience, the researchers examined the interaction between neurotransmitters and a protein.

When the protein is working properly, a.k.a. non-depressed people, the proteins are quite busy. But when depressed, like most of U.S. population, the proteins quite literally just sit there.

These findings then raise the question of a blood test measuring how effective an antidepressant is, but does not direct the doctor as to which antidepressant to use.

On average, six weeks are recommended for the antidepressant to take effect. And now, this test could be the answer to the incredibly long limbo period.

As always, the author said more research is needed.

But, bring it on!