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The EPIC Study: Exploring Paternal Age and the Influence on Blastocyst Culture
NCT06629766 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
This study aims to assess the effect of age of the male partner and the reproductive ability of sperm prepared via sperm selection devices (Zymot) compared to routine embryologist selected sperm after density gradient centrifugation (DGC) preparation for intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) in patients undergoing in vitro fertilization treatment (IVF) of their infertility.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DEVICE Microfluidic sperm separation device
- OTHER Density grade centrifugation
Study Locations (1)
New Jersey
- Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey — Basking Ridge
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 100 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-04-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06629766
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06629766 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 100 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey, which has 13 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 5 conditions, with Infertility (IVF Patients) appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which Microfluidic sperm separation device is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06629766 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include New Jersey. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06629766 about?
NCT06629766 is a clinical study titled "The EPIC Study: Exploring Paternal Age and the Influence on Blastocyst Culture". This study aims to assess the effect of age of the male partner and the reproductive ability of sperm prepared via sperm selection devices (Zymot) compared to routine embryologist selected sperm after density gradient centrifugation (DGC) preparation for intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) in pa...
What is the current status of trial NCT06629766?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 100 participants. The study started on 2025-04-09. Estimated completion is 2026-12.
What conditions does trial NCT06629766 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Infertility (IVF Patients), Sperm DNA Fragmentation, Oocyte Competence, Paternal Age, Sperm Selection. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06629766?
The interventions under investigation include: Microfluidic sperm separation device (DEVICE), Density grade centrifugation (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06629766?
This trial is sponsored by Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey, which has 13 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06629766 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across New Jersey. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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