Characterization of Familial Myopathy and Paget Disease of Bone
University of California, Irvine
Summary
The researcher wants to explore the genetic causes of muscle disease. The researcher is particularly interested in muscle disorders that occur in combination with diseases of bone that appear to be passed on from generation to generation. Diffuse Optical Spectroscopy will measure the concentrations of blood, water, and lipids (fats, for example) in your tissues. This device essentially measures the color of tissues in order to determine tissue physiology (its physical and chemical processes).
Description
Diffuse Optical Spectroscopy, the technique is fast and painless and was developed at the University of California, Irvine. The Diffuse Optical Spectroscopy instrument is actively involved in research studies, but is not yet a part of routine clinical practice. The result of this study will aid similar research projects that seek to improve our understanding of how tissues work and how alterations in metabolism affect long-term health. TheDiffuse Optical Spectroscopy measurement consists of placing a probe onto the surface of your body (calf, bicep, or head). This probe will be secured by eit…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: Male or Female age 18 and older * diagnose of Muscle or bone disorders * with a combination of medical problems including muscle and bone disease and their family members. Exclusion Criteria: * under 18 year of age * unrelated diagnosis
Interventions
- DeviceDiffuse Optical Spectroscopy
Diffuse Optical Spectroscopy
Location
- Hewitt HallIrvine, California