Family DNA bank could unlock Alzheimer's secrets
NCT ID NCT00064870
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study collects blood or brain tissue from families with two or more members diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia. The goal is to build a large DNA bank that researchers can use to find genes linked to the disease. No individual results are returned, but the data may lead to new treatments in the future.
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Participants are being recruited from all over the United States
RECRUITINGNationwide, Indiana, 46202, United States
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