Scientists hunt for genetic clues in thousands of Parkinson's patients

NCT ID NCT00136721

Summary

This study aimed to understand how specific gene mutations contribute to Parkinson's disease. Researchers collected blood samples and genetic data from 2,934 people, including patients with Parkinson's and healthy family members. The goal was to create a detailed catalog of mutations in genes like Parkin to improve genetic counseling and advance scientific understanding of the disease.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpital Pitié-Salpêtrière

    Paris, 75013, France

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