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NCT00006076 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record

Genetic Studies of Tone Deafness

A clinical trial of Healthy and Tone Deafness, sponsored by National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD).

Completed
Registry status
968
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT00006076 is a study of Healthy and Tone Deafness that has completed, run by National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD). The registered enrollment target is 968 participants, above the 646-participant average among 1,090 other Healthy trials with a reported enrollment target (50% higher). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT00006076, a study of Healthy and Tone Deafness, has completed, sponsored by National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD).

COMPLETED
Registry status
968 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

This study will examine the hereditary basis of tone deafness by identifying regions of the human genome linked to this condition. Both exceptionally good pitch recognition (perfect pitch) and exceptionally poor pitch recognition (tone deafness) run in families. A better understanding of what causes tone deafness may provide new insights into auditory (hearing) function. Individuals with two or more family members 15 years of age or older who are tone deaf or have trouble recognizing different melodies may be eligible for this study. Candidates will be screened with a short listening test for pitch and a short written test. Those identified with poor pitch recognition will fill out a brief questionnaire about their family tree and family members (without identifying names) who have trouble recognizing melodies or tones. Individuals with poor pitch recognition will be asked to help contact family members who may be interested in participating. Members of families with two or more first-degree relatives (parents, grandparents, siblings) who are tone deaf may enroll in the study. They will provide a blood sample (about 2 tablespoons) for genetic studies and may take a 20-minute hearing test using headphones.

Conditions Studied

Study Locations (1)

Maryland

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, 9000 Rockville Pike - Bethesda

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 968 participants
Start Date 2000-07-26
Est. Completion 2010-06-29

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00006076

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00006076 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as an unspecified phase. The registered enrollment target is 968 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, above the 646-participant average among 1,090 other Healthy trials with a reported enrollment target (50% higher). The listed sponsor is National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), which has 34 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 2 conditions, with Healthy appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 0 interventions.

NCT00006076 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Maryland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT00006076 about?

NCT00006076 is a clinical study titled "Genetic Studies of Tone Deafness". This study will examine the hereditary basis of tone deafness by identifying regions of the human genome linked to this condition. Both exceptionally good pitch recognition (perfect pitch) and exceptionally poor pitch recognition (tone deafness) run in families. A better understanding of what causes...

What is the current status of trial NCT00006076?

This trial is currently completed. The enrollment target is 968 participants. The study started on 2000-07-26. Estimated completion is 2010-06-29.

What conditions does trial NCT00006076 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Healthy, Tone Deafness.

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00006076?

This trial is sponsored by National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), which has 34 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT00006076 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across Maryland. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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