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NCT03937817 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record

Collection of Human Biospecimens for Basic and Clinical Research Into Globin Variants

A clinical trial of Sickle Cell Disease and Malaria, sponsored by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).

Recruiting
Registry status
300
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT03937817: Recruiting study of Sickle Cell Disease and Malaria, sponsored by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).

NCT03937817 is a study of Sickle Cell Disease and Malaria that is actively recruiting participants, run by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). The registered enrollment target is 300 participants, roughly in line with the 291-participant average among 213 other Sickle Cell Disease trials with a reported enrollment target. The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.

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The verdict

NCT03937817, a study of Sickle Cell Disease and Malaria, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).

RECRUITING
Registry status
300 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

Background: Blood disorders like sickle cell disease and malaria affect many people around the world. Researchers want to learn more about blood disorders. To do this, they need to collect biological samples from people with blood disorders. They also need to collect samples from healthy people. Objective: To collect samples to use for research on blood disorders. Eligibility: People ages 18-70 who have blood disorders. Healthy volunteers without blood disorders are also needed. Design: Participants will be screened with a medical history, physical exam, and blood and urine tests. Participants will give one or more samples. They will give them over 5 years. They can choose not to give any of the samples: Saliva: Participants will spit into a tube. They may also have the inside of their mouth swabbed. Urine: Participants will urinate into a cup. Blood and blood waste products: Blood will be taken through a needle in the participant s arm. Fat samples: An area on the participant s belly or buttock will be numbed. A small cut will be made into the skin and a small piece of fat removed. Mucus and cells from the lungs: The participant will be sedated. A flexible tube will be inserted through the nose or mouth into the lung airways. These participants will also have a physical exam, chest x-ray, and heart tests after the procedure.

Primary Outcome

Development and optimization of scientific assays and research of globin variants, sickle cell disease, malaria, or other related diseases.

Study Locations (1)

Maryland

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center - Bethesda

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 300 participants
Start Date 2019-09-25
Est. Completion 2029-03-31

What NCT03937817 shows while recruiting

NCT03937817 is an observational study that tracks outcomes without assigning an intervention. The registered 300 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, roughly in line with the 291-participant average among 213 other Sickle Cell Disease trials with a reported enrollment target.

The record links to 4 conditions, with Sickle Cell Disease appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 0 interventions.

NCT03937817 reports a single indexed study location in Maryland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT03937817 about?

NCT03937817 is a clinical study titled "Collection of Human Biospecimens for Basic and Clinical Research Into Globin Variants". Background: Blood disorders like sickle cell disease and malaria affect many people around the world. Researchers want to learn more about blood disorders. To do this, they need to collect biological samples from people with blood disorders. They also need to collect samples from healthy people. O...

What is the current status of trial NCT03937817?

This trial is currently recruiting. The enrollment target is 300 participants. The study started on 2019-09-25. Estimated completion is 2029-03-31.

What conditions does trial NCT03937817 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Sickle Cell Disease, Malaria, Alpha and Beta Thalassemia, Human Physiology.

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03937817?

This trial is sponsored by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), which has 2,006 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT03937817 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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Where NCT03937817's enrollment target sits among peer trials

300 19th of 213 higher than 194 of 213 other Sickle Cell Disease trials

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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08

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