Using Dried Blood Spot Analysis in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment
Author Information
Author(s): McPhillips Miranda, Li Junxin, Gooneratne Nalaka, Hodgson Nancy
Primary Institution: Villanova University
Hypothesis
The study aimed to determine the feasibility of using dried blood spots for a behavioral sleep intervention in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
Conclusion
The study found that while many participants were able to return dried blood spot samples, a significant number did not complete all study time points.
Supporting Evidence
- Twenty-seven participants were enrolled in the study.
- Only 10 participants completed all three time points of the study.
- 74% of participants mailed back their dried blood spot cards at baseline.
Takeaway
Researchers wanted to see if older adults with mild cognitive issues could easily send in blood samples for a sleep study, and many tried, but not everyone finished the study.
Methodology
Participants collected dried blood spots at three time points and mailed them back for analysis.
Limitations
Only a small number of participants completed all three time points, which may affect the study's findings.
Participant Demographics
Older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
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