Plain-English translation of NCT05721911 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Read our Parkinson Disease research guide →This research study is building a large genetic database to understand why some people develop Parkinson's disease. Researchers will collect blood samples from people recently diagnosed with Parkinson's, people with REM sleep behavior disorder (a condition that can precede Parkinson's), and healthy control participants. They will then study the genetic information in these samples to identify which genetic changes increase the risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Currently, doctors don't have a reliable genetic test to predict who will develop Parkinson's disease or to diagnose it early. This study aims to find genetic patterns that could help identify people at risk before symptoms appear and potentially lead to earlier treatment.
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If you enroll, you will have a one-time blood draw to collect samples for genetic testing and cell studies. You will also be asked about your medical history, symptoms, and sleep behavior. For some participants, researchers may grow specialized cells from your blood sample in the laboratory to better understand how genetic changes affect Parkinson's disease. The entire process takes place during an outpatient visit and does not require ongoing treatment or medication.
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