Alzheimer Disease study: P-tau217 Test
Official title Epidemiology and Biomarker Study in Alzheimer's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07142954
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is looking at how fast thinking skills get worse. It checks if a blood test marker helps predict this change.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have Alzheimer's disease.
- What's involved
- You would give blood samples to check for a specific protein. You would also take tests to check your memory and thinking skills.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about seven years with regular check-ins.
- Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 55 to 75. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- The participant must self-report unimpaired cognition.
- The participant must have adequate literacy, vision, and hearing for neuropsychological assessments at the time of screening.
You likely can't join if
- Have seen a doctor about memory concerns.
- Have a history or diagnosis of cognitive impairment, or significant other neurodegenerative disease that can affect cognition.
- Are currently enrolled or have previously participated in any Alzheimer's Disease (AD)-related study involving an investigational drug intervention.
- Are currently using or have previously used prescription medications for treatment of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia such as amyloid...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Houston, Texas, United States
- Bunkyō City, Japan
- Tokyo, Japan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 55 years to 75 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Houston, Texas, United States; Bunkyō City, Japan; Tokyo, Japan. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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