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NCT00438646 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record

Oral Bacteria and Allergic Disease in Children

A clinical trial of Asthma and Eczema, sponsored by National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS).

Completed
Registry status
60
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT00438646 is a study of Asthma and Eczema that has completed, run by National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS). The registered enrollment target is 60 participants, below the 1,563-participant average among 374 other Asthma trials with a reported enrollment target (96% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT00438646, a study of Asthma and Eczema, has completed, sponsored by National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS).

COMPLETED
Registry status
60 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

This study will see if bacteria differ between children who have allergies or asthma and children who do not have allergies or asthma. Previous research suggests that some bacteria may protect against allergies and asthma. This study may provide more information on why some children develop allergies and asthma. Patients at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry who are between 6 and 11 years of age may be eligible for this study. Parents of participating children complete a questionnaire about the child and the child's health. The child provides a saliva sample by chewing a small piece of wax and spitting in a cup. The saliva sample is analyzed in the laboratory for bacteria, yeast and antibodies (substances the body produces to fight germs). ...

Study Locations (1)

North Carolina

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Chapel Hill

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 60 participants
Start Date 2007-02

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00438646

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00438646 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as an unspecified phase. The registered enrollment target is 60 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 1,563-participant average among 374 other Asthma trials with a reported enrollment target (96% lower). The listed sponsor is National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), which has 145 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 5 conditions, with Asthma appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 0 interventions.

NCT00438646 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include North Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT00438646 about?

NCT00438646 is a clinical study titled "Oral Bacteria and Allergic Disease in Children". This study will see if bacteria differ between children who have allergies or asthma and children who do not have allergies or asthma. Previous research suggests that some bacteria may protect against allergies and asthma. This study may provide more information on why some children develop allergie...

What is the current status of trial NCT00438646?

This trial is currently completed. The enrollment target is 60 participants. The study started on 2007-02.

What conditions does trial NCT00438646 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Asthma, Eczema, Hypersensitivity, Rhinitis, Respiratory Sounds.

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00438646?

This trial is sponsored by National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), which has 145 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT00438646 being conducted?

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

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