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Can a blood test help diagnose ALS?

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)Neurodegenerative DisordersMotor Neuron Diseases

Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.

This study looks at whether a protein in the blood, called neurofilaments, can help doctors diagnose amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) more accurately. If you have symptoms that might be ALS, a simple blood test taken during your regular care could help provide answers.

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Phase
N/A
Enrollment
138 people
Ages
18 years and older
Study type
Observational

Who can take part

  • You are 18 years old or older.
  • You are able to have blood drawn (part of standard exams).
  • A doctor suspects you may have ALS.
  • You have not had a recent stroke.
  • You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • You are not currently enrolled in another study with an active exclusion period.

View the official record on ClinicalTrials.gov

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