The Genetic Characterization of Dementia
Completed
Conditions studied: Dementia
In brief
Background: \- Researchers are interested in learning more about dementia and its causes. They want to look at the genetic basis of dementia. Identifying genetic aspects of dementia may help provide better tests and treatments for it. It may also show rare gene variants that can cause or alter a person's risks for developing dementia. This study will look at people who have dementia, their family members, and healthy volunteers. Objectives: \- To study genetic influences on dementia. Eligibility: * Individuals who have been diagnosed with dementia. * Family members of individuals who have been diagnosed with dementia. * Healthy volunteers at least 18 years of age. Design: * Participants will be interviewed and answer questions about their medical history. They will also provide general information on the relatives' medical histories. * Participants will provide a blood sample for genetic testing. * Participants will remain on the study for up to 10 years. They will have regular visits to monitor their brain health and function. * Treatment will not be provided as part of this study.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT01867359
- Run by
- National Institute on Aging (NIA)
- People needed
- 87
- Starts
- 2003-03-14
- Expected to finish
- 2016-09-20
- Last updated by the study team
- 2018-04-05
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may not qualify if…
- Individuals with any movement disorder secondary to a specific environmental exposure, birth injury, metabolic disorder, or brain infection such as encephalitis.
Where it is running
- National Institute of Aging, Clinical Research Unit — Baltimore, Maryland, United States
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