Table 4 Average NfL levels for individuals grouped according to DSM-5 criteria and for groups according to clinical judgement.
N (%) | Mean age, years (SD) | Median NfL level ng/L (range) | Mean NfL ng/L (SD) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NCD diagnosis | ||||
No NCD | 24 (44) | 48.3 (6.5) | 24.9 (10.7 -79.1) | 29.7 (18.1) |
Mild NCD | 14 (26) | 54.5 (7.0) | 39.6 (15.2–112.6) | 51.4 (30.6) |
Major NCD | 16 (30) | 56.9 (10.3) | 44.4 (11.1 – 136.9) | 54.8 (38.5) |
Clinical diagnosis | ||||
No Dementia | 14 (26) | 47.7 (6.8) | 18.6 (10.7–79.1) | 26.9 (20.8) |
Cognitive Concern | 12 (22) | 51.8 (6.3) | 32.5 (20.6 – 81.8) | 38.3 (17.3) |
Dementia | 28 (52) | 55.1 (9.5) | 41.3 (11.1 – 136.9) | 52.6 (35.5) |
