New brain scan study aims to unlock secrets of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's
NCT ID NCT01453127
First seen Mar 18, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study uses a special brain scan called DaTSCAN to learn more about aging and diseases like Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and dementia. Researchers will compare scan results with clinical diagnoses in 500 adults aged 40-90. The goal is to improve understanding and diagnosis of these conditions, not to test a new treatment.
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Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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