Investigating blood DNA changes in COVID-19 survivors
Blood DNA Methylation Biomarkers of Post Acute Sequelae of SARS CoV 2 Infection (PASC)
This study is looking at how COVID-19 might change the DNA in your blood and how those changes could affect your health later on, especially for people who are still feeling unwell after recovering from the virus.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albany Medical College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Albany, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10881924 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how COVID-19 affects blood DNA methylation, which may influence long-term health outcomes for survivors. By analyzing blood samples from patients, the study aims to identify specific DNA changes that occur during and after COVID-19 infection. The researchers will use advanced sequencing techniques to explore how these changes relate to ongoing health issues experienced by some individuals after recovering from the virus. This could help in understanding the lasting effects of COVID-19 and guide future treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 and are experiencing ongoing health problems.
Not a fit: Patients who have not been infected with COVID-19 or those who do not exhibit any post-acute sequelae may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and management of long-term health issues faced by COVID-19 survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding the long-term effects of viral infections through similar epigenetic approaches.
Where this research is happening
Albany, United States
- Albany Medical College — Albany, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jaitovich, Adolfo Ariel — Albany Medical College
- Study coordinator: Jaitovich, Adolfo Ariel
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.