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Lung Function Tests

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurological condition that affects motor neurons. Motor neurons are nerve cells that control the movement of voluntary muscles, including respiratory muscles. Respiratory failure is the most common cause of death in ALS patients. Lung function tests are used to assess the risk…

Genetic Testing

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease, and inheritance is thought to play an essential role in its less common form, called familial ALS (FALS). A genetic test is usually only performed on individuals with a known family history of ALS. Familial versus sporadic ALS The…

NSI-566

NSI-566 is an experimental stem cell-based therapy that Seneca Biopharma (previously known as Neuralstem) is developing as a potential treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The company also is investigating NSI-566 as a potential treatment for chronic spinal cord injury and to restore motor deficits…

Ventilation

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects the nerves that control muscle function. The disease leads to muscle weakness, including the muscles needed for breathing. This can be very serious, with respiratory failure being the primary cause of death in ALS patients. Supporting breathing…

Blood Tests

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a condition that is challenging to diagnose because it shares many common symptoms with other diseases. Blood tests are used to look for evidence of diseases, the symptoms of which are similar to those of ALS. They can help, therefore, to…