Why get tested?To screen for a rare
mutation in the PSEN1 gene known to be associated with
early onset familial Alzheimer’s disease (EOFAD)When to get tested?If you are an adult who has symptoms of
dementia and a strong family history of early onset Alzheimer’s disease (AD that begins before age 60-65) or if you are an adult with no symptoms but with an identified PSEN1 genetic mutation (and EOFAD) in your family
Sample required?A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm