Positron Emission Tomography Scan for Multiple Sclerosis

This Study Involves a Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan Using a New Investigational Radioactive Tracer, [18F]-FZTA, to Detect Inflammation in the Brain. The Tracer Will be Tested in Healthy Younger Adults and Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis.

Recruiting Observational Study
Multiple Sclerosis
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
80 (estimated)
Sponsor
Washington University School of Medicine · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for healthy younger adults and individuals with Multiple Sclerosis. Participants will take part in a PET scan using a new radioactive tracer to help detect inflammation in the brain.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Severe heart failureAdvanced cancerRenal failureLiver failure

You may be able to join if

  • I am at least 18 years old.
  • I can provide written consent to participate.
  • I am healthy or have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.

You may not be able to join if

  • I am allergic to the tracer or its components.
  • I can't safely undergo PET, CT, or MRI scans.
  • I have severe claustrophobia.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I am currently receiving radiation therapy.
  • I have had certain heart problems in the last 6 months.
  • I have taken part in other studies using radioactive substances within the last 12 months.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

This study involves a Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan using a new investigational radioactive tracer, \[18F\]-FZTA, to detect inflammation in the brain. The tracer will be tested in healthy younger adults and individuals with Multiple Sclerosis.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female, any race * Age ≥ 18 years * Capable of providing written informed consent for volunteering to undergo research procedures. * Healthy volunteer or volunteer with a diagnosis of MS established using the revised McDonald criteria (2017) Exclusion Criteria: * Hyp…
Contacts

Jayashree Rajamanickam

314-273-6140

jayashree.r@wustl.edu

CONTACT

Kelley Jackson

314 362 3613

kelleyj@wustl.edu

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