Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease (CMT) Biological Sample Collection for iPSC Generation and Biobanking

Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease (CMT) is a condition that affects the nerves in your body, making it difficult to move and feel things properly. Researchers at the New York Stem Cell Foundation (NYSCF) are studying this disease to find new treatments or cures. They use cells from your body, like skin or blood cells, to create special cells called stem cells. Stem cells are like building blocks that can turn into any type of cell in your body.

To participate, you need to be at least 5 years old and either have CMT or be a healthy control. You will fill out health forms, give a small skin or blood sample, and provide saliva for genetic testing. Your genes are parts of your DNA that tell your body how to work. If a gene doesn't work right, it can cause diseases like CMT.

• Participation involves filling out forms and giving samples, but it is not a clinical trial.
• Safe for children with parent/guardian consent.
• No compensation, but you contribute to important research.