Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
Conditions
Brief summary
This study seeks to screen first degree family members of people with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) for the earliest signs of lung fibrosis.
Detailed description
The purpose of this study is to explore genetic factors associated with the development of pulmonary fibrosis. The investigators aim is to identify and explore genetic loci that affect development of pulmonary fibrosis and also explore related environmental exposures. Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is one of the interstitial lung diseases under the broader umbrella of idiopathic interstitial pneumonias (IIP). The investigators hypothesize that inherited genetic factors are associated with pulmonary fibrosis. To investigate the genetics of pulmonary fibrosis, the investigators plan to enroll individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and their family members.
Interventions
OTHERBlood draw
Blood draw
OTHERQuestionnaire
Pulmonary Fibrosis Questionnaire
Sponsors
University of Colorado, Denver
Study design
Observational model
FAMILY_BASED
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Age at least 18 years old * Family member diagnosed with IPF
Exclusion criteria
\- No family member with IPF
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Identify and explore genetic loci and related environmental exposures in individuals with familial pulmonary fibrosis and their relatives. | Baseline | The investigators aim is to identify and explore genetic loci that affect development of pulmonary fibrosis and also explore related environmental exposures. Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is one of the interstitial lung diseases under the broader umbrella of idiopathic interstitial pneumonias (IIP). The investigators hypothesize that inherited genetic factors are associated with pulmonary fibrosis. |
Countries
United States
Contacts
Primary ContactRachel Warren
Outcome results
None listed