Scientists dig into amish gene pool to unlock rare disease secrets
NCT ID NCT00359580
First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study looked at 157 people from Amish and Mennonite communities to find the genes behind certain inherited disorders that are more common in these groups. Researchers collected blood or cheek swab samples and built a computer database of family trees using community records. The goal was to better understand these rare diseases and improve future diagnosis and care.
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Locations
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Clinic for Special Children
Strasburg, Pennsylvania, 17579, United States
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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