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Genetics & EpigeneticsOctober 9, 2026

One Long-Read DNA Test Found 17 of 20 Known Parkinson’s and Repeat-Disorder Gene Changes

TL;DR: A single long-read DNA test covering 564 genes found 17 of 20 known disease-causing changes in 18 people with Parkinson’s or inherited repeat disorders. It missed three large or repetitive changes, so it needs more work before it could replace several s…

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Brain AgingSeptember 19, 2023

Dopamine in Parkinsons Disease: Insights & Future Therapies

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons. Dopamine plays an important role in PD development. Here are some key facts: Dopamine is a chemical messenger in the brain involved in movement, m…

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One Long-Read DNA Test Found 17 of 20 Known Parkinson’s and Repeat-Disorder Gene Changes

Dopamine in Parkinsons Disease: Insights & Future Therapies

The findings. The context. The caveats.