Blood test to diagnose ALS using P2X4 markers
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at a protein called P2X4 on immune cells in your blood to see if it can help diagnose ALS. You would give a blood sample to help researchers find a new way to identify ALS.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a diagnosis of ALS that is 'probable' or 'confirmed' by your doctor.
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are covered by a social security plan.
- You can give signed permission (or a family member can give it for you).
- You are not taking drugs that suppress your immune system or corticosteroids.
- You are not currently in another study with an experimental treatment.
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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