Participate in Genetic Studies
Studies With the UCSF Multiple Sclerosis Genetics Group
- The UCSF MS Genetics Group is looking for participants from families with one or several cases of MS.
- Single-case families are those in which only one member is diagnosed with MS. Participation requires a single donation of blood from the person with MS and, if available, a control. The control cannot be a family member but may be a spouse or friend, preferably of the same ethnicity and of similar age.
- Multi-case families are those in which multiple living members have been diagnosed with MS. Researchers collect blood samples from all affected family members, unaffected siblings and both parents of individuals diagnosed with MS. If some of the people who are asked to participate cannot do so, enrollment is still possible.
Black Americans with MS and controls without MS. Participation of certain family members is preferred, but not required." c-nmssatomrichtext_nmssatomrichtext-host=""> Researchers are studying different ethnic groups to learn why the rate of MS is higher in some of them. The MS Genetics Group is asking for donated blood samples from Black Americans with MS and controls without MS. Participation of certain family members is preferred, but not required.Alliance for Research in Hispanic Multiple Sclerosis (ARHMS) are recruiting Hispanics with an MS diagnosis for a study on genetic markers that influence disease severity. A consortium of scientists for different MS centers are trying to understand the factors that drive risk and progression in this diverse group." c-nmssatomrichtext_nmssatomrichtext-host=""> Investigators from the Alliance for Research in Hispanic Multiple Sclerosis (ARHMS) are recruiting Hispanics with an MS diagnosis for a study on genetic markers that influence disease severity. A consortium of scientists for different MS centers are trying to understand the factors that drive risk and progression in this diverse group.- With primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS), neurological function worsens steadily from the onset of the disease. Researchers are still looking for answers regarding the differences between relapsing-remitting MS and PPMS, as well as the causes behind them.The MS Genetics Group is recruiting PPMS patients and, if possible, an unrelated control without MS to donate a single blood sample for a research study. Investigators hope to identify the main genetic factors that affect how the disease develops and progresses. You may participate even if you do not live in California.