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Members shared their experiences with the Parkinson's skin biopsy test, with several noting they are still waiting on results that can take... Read more
I had it at the Cleveland Clinic. I got my results the same day. Thr result was inconclusive so they did a DatScan which clearly indicated that I had PD.
Biological testing is being used in multiple ways to help direct future treatments and possible cures for neurological diseases. Researchers across the globe are sharing this data in collaboration.
I've been providing samples for about 5 years now. Progress in movement disorders is moving rapidly due to so many people getting involved.
I will let you know when the analysis comes back. About 4 weeks.
Hi Ginny,You say that your husband was diagnosed over the phone,that is strange I never heard of that before that is a new one to me Thanks for sharing it ,And the skin biopsy I wonder will it take off there is not much talk about it at all I am like Lucinda I would be interested in hearing more about it and you say some people on this site had it done maybe they will tell us about it,Thank you Ginny all the best
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There are 3 areas that were used for the biopsy. Neck shoulder and ankle.