neurodegenerative
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adjective
neu·ro·de·gen·er·a·tive
\ˌnu̇r-ō-di-ˈje-nə-rə-tiv, -ˈjen-rə-; -ˈje-nə-ˌrā-; -dē-, ˌnyu̇r-\
Definition of neurodegenerative
: relating to or marked by degeneration of nervous tissue
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Tests of such activities might eventually enable early intervention if a cure becomes available, which will be crucial for halting progression of the neurodegenerative condition.
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For a neurodegenerative condition like HD, treatment is most effective before signs of disease appear – which will entirely change the calculus on testing.
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1907
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