Measuring brain blood flow with light and MRI
Treatments studied
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses a special light-based device and MRI to measure how blood vessels in the brain respond to changes. It may help researchers better understand blood flow in people with and without sickle cell disease.
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Who can take part
- You are between 6 and 70 years old.
- You can have an MRI scan without needing sedation.
- You may have sickle cell disease (HbSS or beta thalassemia null) or be healthy.
- You do not have significant facial or skull deformities.
- You have no metal in or on your body that would make an MRI unsafe.
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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