Blood test for mood disorder symptoms and memory
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at a blood marker called neurofilament light chain to see if it relates to how severe mood disorder symptoms are and how much memory or thinking declines. It may help find a way to measure brain health in people with depression or bipolar disorder.
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Who can take part
- You are between 15 and 50 years old
- You have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder (manic episode)
- You do not have serious medical or neurological conditions
- You have no history of traumatic brain injury or major fracture
- You do not have alcohol or substance use disorder
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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