Testing tears for Alzheimer's disease diagnosis
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether tears can help detect Alzheimer's disease. You will have your tears collected and tested for possible biomarkers.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older
- You must have French Social Security coverage
- You must give signed informed consent
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding
- You cannot have used contact lenses in the last 3 months
- You cannot have had eye surgery in the last 3 months
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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