HOW WILL THE DNA BE USED?
We are searching for the cause of Alzheimer’s disease. Since the disease can exist in several members of a family, there is probably a genetic basis for much of the disease. Finding the genes involved will enable us to devise tests to identify patients early before symptoms start. Only then can we establish methods that will prevent the disease from happening.
We are searching for the cause of Alzheimer’s disease. Since the disease can exist in several members of a family, there is probably a genetic basis for much of the disease. Finding the genes involved will enable us to devise tests to identify patients early before symptoms start. Only then can we establish methods that will prevent the disease from happening. Why Should I Participate in the DNA BANK? The more people that enroll in the DNA bank, the better the chances are of finding the cause of the disease. Will This Research Help Me? Yes. Even though finding the genes involved in causing the disease will probably not help the patient, it will help other members of the family, especially the children and grandchildren. How Can I Participate? Participants must complete a detailed family history form on the patient, sign consent forms as well as medical release forms so that we can obtain medical information on the patient to confirm the diagnosis. All the information that we obtain wil
