Ask the Expert 716. Genetic Study of AFM

The Siegel Rare Neuroimmune Association (SRNA) is joined by Priya Duggal, PhD, MPH to discuss the Genetic Study of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) being conducted at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Duggal discusses the eligibility of participants for the study, the process for how to enroll, and what to expect as a participant. She also discusses what researchers are hoping to learn about the genetic aspect of AFM and how it will inform the way AFM is treated. Finally, Dr. Duggal describes the processes she uses to keep genetic and other personal information secure, so that the information will never be used against participants. To enroll in the Johns Hopkins Genetic Study of AFM, email Dr. Duggal at [email protected].