Genetic study of movement disorders and dementia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at DNA (genetic material) in people with movement disorders or dementia, and in some family members or healthy volunteers. The goal is to better understand why these conditions happen and how genes may contribute.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older.
- You (or your family member) must have a diagnosis of a movement disorder or dementia confirmed by a clinician, or you must be a healthy control with no such diagnosis.
- You can give informed consent yourself, or if you cannot, a legal representative can consent for you.
- You must be able to do study activities, which likely includes physical checks and/or reviewing medical records.
- You should be willing and able to provide saliva (and usually blood), because the study involves collecting samples for genetic testing.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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