Unique Brainstem Biomarkers of Early Parkinson's Disease
Brief description of study
This study will examine ways to identify people with early Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease by testing sensory measurements based on smell tests and a brain reflexes such as blinking. We are determining if these tests are able tell apart healthy people, people with PD or AD, and people with other neurological diseases.
Detailed description of study
Participation in the study will include the following steps: 1) Informed Consent: After arrival, subjects will review and sign the consent form with study personnel present. The first hour will consist of a smell test, following by a non-invasive electrophysiology mapping of brain stem. Patients with PD will have a second round of testing after light deprivation of 2 hours. There will also be an additional brief electrophysiological test for PD patients and healthy controls. The test total duration will be 4-6 hours.
There are no known side effect of the study. You might have trouble getting around and might get tired easily. We will do everything we can to make your visit easy and comfortable. It is important that you know how much time this study will take you, and decide if you have enough energy to do all of the tests.
Eligibility of study
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
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Conditions:
Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, alzheimer's disease, parkinson's disease
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Age: Between 18 Years - 70 Years
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Gender: All
Updated on
08 May 2017.
Study ID: TX1382
