Study of Inflammation Response in Healthy Volunteers

Study of the Effect of Innate on the Inflammatory Response to Endotoxin

Recruiting Observational Study
Asthma Atherosclerosis Metabolic Syndrome Insulin Resistance Cancer
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 100
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
725 (estimated)
Sponsor
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) · NIH
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for healthy adults aged 18 to 45 to help researchers study how the body responds to environmental factors. Taking part involves a single visit where you'll answer some questions and provide a blood sample.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Chronic Kidney DiseasePregnancy

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 45 years old.
  • I can understand and sign a form to agree to take part.
  • I can travel to the research location.
  • I am willing to fast after midnight before my visit.
  • I feel well and can do normal activities.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have taken NSAIDs in the last 5 days.
  • I have taken acetaminophen in the last 5 days.
  • I have taken cholesterol-lowering drugs in the last 30 days.
  • I am currently taking immunosuppressants or other immune-modifying drugs.
  • I am receiving cancer treatment with chemotherapy or radiation.
  • I have had any gastrointestinal or respiratory illness in the last 5 days.
  • I have smoked tobacco or used electronic cigarettes in the last 2 weeks.
  • I have consumed more than 2 alcoholic drinks in the last 24 hours.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Background: \- Innate immunity is the process by which white blood cells and other parts of the immune system sense and respond to potential infections by causing an inflammation. Researchers are interested in studying how the body responds to certain environmental factors, and whether the body s response can contribute to chronic illnesses or diseases such as asthma and certain types of cancers.…
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: * Male or female 18 years of age or older * Participants must be able to understand and provide written informed consent to participate in the study * Participants must be able to travel to the CRU * Willing and able to fast after midnight the night prior to their study appoint…
Contacts

NIEHS Join A Study Recruitment Group

(855) 696-4347

myniehs@nih.gov

CONTACT

Michael B Fessler, M.D.

(984) 287-4081

fesslerm@niehs.nih.gov

CONTACT