Can a Blood Test Detect Diabetic Nerve Damage?
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study is looking at whether a protein in the blood called 'irisin' can be a sign of diabetic nerve damage. If you have type 2 diabetes and nerve symptoms, this research might help find a simple blood test to detect or monitor the condition.
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Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 75 years old.
- You have had type 2 diabetes for at least one year.
- You are willing to sign a consent form and participate.
- Your nerve symptoms are due to diabetes, not other causes like vitamin deficiency, alcohol, or chemotherapy.
- You do not have serious kidney disease (eGFR below 60).
- You do not have other conditions like muscle disease, Parkinson's, stroke, or severe mobility problems.
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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