When should you get tested for Parkinson’s disease?

Written by Marisa Wexler, MS |

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When should you get tested for Parkinson’s disease?

Category: Diagnosis

Typically a person will be evaluated for Parkinson’s disease if they are having symptoms that indicate the disorder, such as slowed movements, tremor, and/or rigidity.

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About the Author

Marisa Wexler, MS Marisa holds a Master of Science in cellular and molecular pathology from the University of Pittsburgh, where she studied novel genetic drivers of ovarian cancer. Her areas of expertise include cancer biology, immunology, and genetics, and she has worked as a science writing and communications intern for the Genetics Society of America.


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