Scientists dig into amish family trees to unlock genetic mysteries
NCT ID NCT00359580
First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 32 times
Summary
This study looked at 157 people from Amish and Mennonite communities to find the genes behind rare inherited disorders. Researchers collected blood or cheek swabs and built a computer database of family trees. The goal is to better understand these 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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