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Welcome to RAPSODI

Read more to find further information about our study or register for an account here

Welcome to RAPSODI

Research has shown us that we may be able to intervene many years before people develop Parkinson's and slow down its progression. Carriers of genetic alterations in the GBA gene (which can cause Gaucher disease) are at increased risk of Parkinson's disease although the vast majority will not develop it. 

Genetic testing

Participants receive genetic sequencing of the GBA1 and LRRK2 genes.

Join our study

You will be able to complete yearly online-based assessments online.

Take part in trials and studies

You may be eligible for trials and studies we collaborate with

Keep updated with latest news

Regular updates about our study and the latest news in Parkinson’s research.

13,000

Participants

8,000

DNA Results

25

NHS Sites

1,234

Referrals
Rapsodi process

What the study involves

The initial phase of the study involves six stages designed to help us understand your health and thinking abilities. The online part takes around 45–60 minutes and can be completed at home.
The six stages are as follows:

  1. Register and log on
  2. It will take 45 minutes to an hour
  3. Fill in some questionnaires
  4. Do a keyboard tapping test
  5. Do some memory tasks
  6. We'll then send you a smell test and saliva kit in the post