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Collection of Tissue Samples from Participants in Vasculitis Research Studies for Translational Research
Led by University of Pennsylvania · Updated on 2026-01-22
1000
Participants Needed
8
Research Sites
N/A
Total Duration
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This research aims to collect tissue samples from people enrolled in Vasculitis Clinical Research Consortium VCRC studies to better understand vasculitis, a group of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases affecting blood vessels. By analyzing these stored tissue specimens alongside clinical data, researchers hope to discover new causes, diagnostic methods, and treatments for vasculitis and related diseases. The study uses biopsy specimens previously collected as part of standard medical care, mainly from kidneys, lungs, skin, nerves, and blood vessels. No new biopsies will be performed for this study. Instead, consent will be sought to use existing samples for further research. Participants are involved by allowing their stored tissue samples to be used in research. Researchers will analyze these samples and linked clinical data to identify genes that may increase the risk of vasculitis within one year. The study is observational and involves no direct treatment, with involvement lasting as long as the tissue repository is maintained through 2028.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
VCRC Tissue Repository
Research Team
K
Katie Doyle
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