Immune System Diseases
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to enrol generally healthy adults, who are asked to provide a blood sample, to study how the immune system works.
Detailed description
The primary purpose of this research is to develop a better understanding of how the immune system works. By studying immune function in many people, we will be able to determine the range of normal variation. The second purpose is to enroll people who are willing to serve as comparisons in future research studies into the Genotype and Phenotype Research Registry (GAP Registry). Volunteers are asked to provide information on age, ethnicity and medical history. Volunteers are asked to provide a blood sample of up to 100cc and allow us to contact you about additional studies.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Northwell Health
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Over age 18 * Generally healthy
Exclusion criteria
* History of autoimmune disease * History of chronic immunodeficiency or chronic viral infections such as Epstein Barr virus, hepatitis or HIV * Currently undergoing treatment for cancer * Current treatment with immuno-suppressant drugs * Pregnancy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of healthy participants enrolled | 5 years | This is a registry to enroll healthy individuals who are interested in being contacted about research studies they can participate in as a healthy control |
Countries
United States
Outcome results
None listed