Blood test could spot Parkinson's earlier, study hopes
NCT ID NCT00465790
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study looked for specific gene patterns in the blood that could help diagnose Parkinson's disease and distinguish it from similar conditions. Researchers analyzed blood samples and brain scans from 219 people with Parkinson's or related disorders. The goal is to develop a non-invasive diagnostic test that could lead to earlier and more accurate detection.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple blood test to help diagnose Parkinson's disease earlier and more accurately.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The results may not lead to a usable test, and the findings may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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INSERM Unit 679
Paris, 75013, France
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Meditterranean Institute for Life Sciences
Split, Croatia
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University Hospital Tübingen
Tübingen, Germany
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University Medical Center Ljubljana
Ljubljana, 1000, Slovenia
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University of Lübeck and Neuroimage Nord
Lübeck, Germany