Narcolepsy genetic study in Black and North African people
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at the genes and health of people with narcolepsy (types 1 and 2) who are Black or North African, to better understand the condition and find potential treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are 6 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with narcolepsy type 1 or type 2 by a doctor using standard sleep criteria.
- You are Black or North African in origin.
- You are willing to sign a consent form (or have a parent/guardian sign for you if you are under 18).
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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