Blood test may spot hidden brain damage in athletes
NCT ID NCT04928534
First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study aims to find substances in the blood that can help diagnose chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a brain condition linked to repeated head injuries. Researchers will analyze blood samples from 120 people, including athletes and healthy volunteers, to identify new markers. The goal is to create a simple blood test for CTE, which currently is hard to diagnose in living people.
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Tianjin Medical University General Hospital
Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, 300052, China
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