Biospecimens analysis in healthy controls

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to collect healthy patient samples and give us a normal patient levels of antibodies, cytokines and other meaningful biomarkers that we are analyzing in patients with neurological conditions. It will help define better diagnostic criteria and hopefully lead to biomarkers that will help assign treatments which lead to better outcomes for patients with neurological disease. 

The study consists of 1 visit, which will take about 3 hours. At this visit we will:

• Perform a urine pregnancy test for women of childbearing potential

• Draw a blood sample 

• Perform a lumbar puncture and collect cerebrospinal fluid

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • All healthy person’s interest in participation will be offered participation in the study.

ExclusionCriteria :

  • Patients under 18 years of age
  • History of Neurological Disease deemed exclusionary by clinician
    • Chart will be reviewed by clinician to determine eligibility
  • BMI greater than 35
  • Required to be on blood thinners

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 3/12/2024. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Anastasia Zekeridou, M.D., Ph.D.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Lisa Roemer

(507) 293-9754

Roemer.Lisa@mayo.edu

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