Question 1

What specific tests will be done on my tear samples?

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This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the Tear Analysis by Isoelectric Focusing in Clinically Isolated Syndrome as Multiple Sclerosis Criterion clinical trial (NCT02043964). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 2

How does this tear analysis compare to the lumbar puncture method?

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This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the Tear Analysis by Isoelectric Focusing in Clinically Isolated Syndrome as Multiple Sclerosis Criterion clinical trial (NCT02043964). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 3

What are the potential risks or discomforts associated with the tear sampling?

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This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the Tear Analysis by Isoelectric Focusing in Clinically Isolated Syndrome as Multiple Sclerosis Criterion clinical trial (NCT02043964). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 4

How will the results of this trial impact my treatment options?

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This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the Tear Analysis by Isoelectric Focusing in Clinically Isolated Syndrome as Multiple Sclerosis Criterion clinical trial (NCT02043964). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 5

What should I expect during the study visits?

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This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the Tear Analysis by Isoelectric Focusing in Clinically Isolated Syndrome as Multiple Sclerosis Criterion clinical trial (NCT02043964). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

Question 6

Is there any cost involved, and will my insurance cover it?

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This is a question you may want to discuss with your doctor regarding the Tear Analysis by Isoelectric Focusing in Clinically Isolated Syndrome as Multiple Sclerosis Criterion clinical trial (NCT02043964). Contact the study team or your healthcare provider for specific answers.

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