Measuring alpha-synuclein changes in Parkinson's disease progression
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study examines changes in alpha-synuclein, a protein linked to Parkinson's, to better understand how the disease progresses. It may help researchers learn more about Parkinson's and improve future care.
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Who can take part
- You have a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease based on standard criteria and are in stages I to IV when on medication.
- You are willing to take part and can give permission (or have a legal representative who can).
- If you do not have Parkinson's, you must have a normal neurological exam and medical records available for review.
- You do not have severe memory or thinking problems, uncontrolled epilepsy, stroke, or other serious brain or muscle conditions.
- You do not have a fever, acute infection like flu or COVID-19, or a chronic infection such as hepatitis C, HIV, or tuberculosis.
- You do not have another life-threatening illness or condition that could affect the study results.
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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