Plain-English translation of NCT00001532 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Read our Cystic Fibrosis research guide →Researchers want to understand why some people develop lung disease and others don't by studying genetic variations in people with conditions like cystic fibrosis, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, and sarcoidosis. This study will compare the genes of people with lung disease to healthy volunteers to identify genetic patterns that may influence lung health.
Many lung diseases run in families or are influenced by genetic factors, but doctors don't fully understand which genetic variations cause disease or protect against it. This research could help identify people at risk and lead to better treatments in the future.
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You will likely visit the research clinic where doctors will review your medical history and perform breathing tests or imaging if needed. Blood and possibly lung cell samples will be collected to analyze your genes. You may also be asked about your smoking history and symptoms. Healthy volunteers and relatives of patients may have fewer procedures. The study is ongoing, so participation may involve one or more visits over time.
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