Tumor Sample Collection for Cancer Research

Patient Derived Preclinical Models

Recruiting Observational Study
Cancer
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
50 (estimated)
Sponsor
Mayo Clinic · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults who are undergoing a biopsy or surgery for cancer. Participants will provide tumor samples, normal tissue, and blood for research purposes.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years old or older
  • I am a good candidate for a biopsy or surgical procedure

You may not be able to join if

  • I have uncontrolled medical or psychiatric conditions
  • I am institutionalized or incarcerated
  • My tumor cannot be biopsied
  • The biopsy is more than minimal risk for me
  • I have significant bleeding problems
  • I have severely compromised heart or lung function
  • There is no safe way to reach my tumor for biopsy
  • I cannot cooperate or be positioned for the procedure

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
Study goal is to collect tumor specimens that may inform cancer biology to eventually improve outcomes for patients with cancer. This proposal represents a highly collaborative effort to support cancer research with the goal of developing novel therapeutic strategies using patient derived preclinical models. This study is being done to collect samples of tumor tissues, matched normal tissue when …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age and older * Patient is a good medical candidate for a standard of care or research biopsy or surgical procedure to obtain tissue Exclusion Criteria: * Uncontrolled concurrent illness including psychiatric illness, or situations that would limit compliance wit…
Contacts

Clinical Trials Referral Office

855-776-0015

mayocliniccancerstudies@mayo.edu

CONTACT

Tanya M. Schnick

507 293-7582

Schnick.Tanya@mayo.edu

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