New brain scanner peers into COVID's neurological mysteries
NCT ID NCT04954248
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested a new brain PET-MR scanner to see if it can capture clear images of brain metabolism and blood flow in people who had COVID-19 and those who did not. Only 3 participants were enrolled before the study ended early. The goal was to develop an imaging protocol, not to treat or cure any condition.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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3 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jul 2022
- Finished
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Sep 2023
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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21 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Whole body radiation dose in the last year of less than 5000 mrem determined via subject verbal history reporting 2. Must be at least 21 years of age 3. Deemed healthy to endure duration of imaging study as confirmed via study PI 4. Proof of COVID-19 viral or antibody testing within the timeframe of \>20 days but \<=180 days prior to scan. Exclusion Criteria: 1. History of non-MRI compatible surgeries, implants, or activities 2. Pregnant or nursing 3. History of allergic reactions to PET radiotracers (via patient verbal report and /or medical record review.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Stanford University
Palo Alto, California, 94305, United States
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