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NCT01415973 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Nutrient Synergy in Beef and Stimulation of Protein Synthesis in Elderly
A NA study, sponsored by University of Arkansas.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 20
- Enrollment target
NCT01415973: Completed NA study, sponsored by University of Arkansas.
NCT01415973 is a NA study that has completed, run by University of Arkansas. The registered enrollment target is 20 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT01415973, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by University of Arkansas.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 20 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
This study will compare the effects of cooked, ground beef to those of beef protein isolate on blood and muscle proteins.
Primary Outcome
Using stable isotope infusion/ingestion methodology, we will measure plasma and skeletal muscle metabolic rate. Our primary end points will be muscle protein fractional synthesis rate (FSR) and whole body protein turnover rate.
Interventions
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT 3 ounces of cooked, 85% lean ground beef
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT 20 grams beef protein isolate
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 20 participants |
| Start Date | 2011-07 |
| Est. Completion | 2012-01 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT01415973 record still lists
NCT01415973 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 20 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which 3 ounces of cooked, 85% lean ground beef is the first listed.
NCT01415973 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01415973 about?
NCT01415973 is a clinical study titled "Nutrient Synergy in Beef and Stimulation of Protein Synthesis in Elderly". This study will compare the effects of cooked, ground beef to those of beef protein isolate on blood and muscle proteins.
What is the current status of trial NCT01415973?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 20 participants. The study started on 2011-07. Estimated completion is 2012-01.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01415973?
The interventions under investigation include: 3 ounces of cooked, 85% lean ground beef (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT), 20 grams beef protein isolate (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01415973?
This trial is sponsored by University of Arkansas, which has 318 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT01415973's enrollment target sits among peer trials
20 1768th of 2000 higher than 140 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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