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Observing Blood Changes in Cancer Patients During Chemotherapy

NCT00034216 · Recruiting
About this trial

This study collects blood from patients with cancer to learn more about cells that affect the immune system. Researchers want to see how these cells change before and after chemotherapy. Patients aged 18 and older can join. This study does not involve any treatment.

Locations and contact

This trial is running at 1 location in the United States. It is currently recruiting.

United States1 location · 1 recruiting
  • National Institutes of Health Clinical CenterBethesda, MarylandRecruiting
Who to ask about joining
Who can join

This trial is open to adults aged 18 and older, including both patients with cancer and healthy volunteers. Participants must understand the study and be willing to sign a consent form. The trial team will confirm eligibility.

What happens during the trial

Participants will have about 50 ml of blood drawn. There are two groups: one for healthy volunteers and another for patients with cancer. Blood samples may also be taken again during treatment if needed.

The trial team

The trial is sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The principal investigator is Dr. Jennifer L Marte from the NCI.

Important dates

The trial started on July 16, 2002, and is currently recruiting new participants. It is expected to finish by June 1, 2026.

Additional information

This is trial NCT00034216. It is not looking at a specific treatment but aims to understand how certain cells work in cancer. About 1,750 participants are expected to join.

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