Plain-English translation of NCT01143480 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Read our Asthma research guide →Researchers want to understand why some people's immune systems respond differently to bacterial toxins. This study will look at your genes and how your immune cells react when exposed to these toxins in the lab. By studying these patterns, scientists hope to better understand diseases like asthma, heart disease, and metabolic syndrome.
Many chronic diseases may be linked to how our genes influence our immune system's response to harmful substances. This research aims to discover which genetic differences affect this response, which could eventually help doctors predict who is at risk for certain diseases and develop better treatments.
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You will visit the research clinic once for about 1 to 1.5 hours. During this visit, researchers will draw about 200 milliliters (roughly 7 ounces) of blood. If you are part of a specific genetic study group, you may also provide a urine sample. Your blood cells will then be studied in the lab to see how they respond when exposed to bacterial toxins. There are no follow-up visits required.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 15, 2026 · Not medical advice
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