Could blood transfusions spread Alzheimer's risk?

NCT ID NCT07157839

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looks at donated blood to see if it contains high levels of a protein called pTau217, which is linked to Alzheimer's disease. Researchers want to know if blood transfusions might pass on this risk to recipients. About 250 blood donors will provide samples for testing.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

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    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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