Understanding blood clotting issues in COVID-19 patients
Mechanisms of Thrombosis in SARS CoV-2 Infection
This study is looking at how COVID-19 can cause tiny blood clots that might harm your body, and it's for people who have had COVID-19 to help find ways to prevent these issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11050014 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how COVID-19 can lead to dangerous blood clotting problems, particularly focusing on small clots known as microclots that can cause tissue damage. The study aims to understand the mechanisms behind these clots, including how certain proteins in the blood are affected during the acute phase of the infection. By examining the interactions between various blood components, the researchers hope to identify potential treatments to prevent these complications. Patients who have experienced COVID-19 may provide valuable insights into these mechanisms.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have had COVID-19 and are experiencing symptoms related to blood clotting or microclots.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had COVID-19 or those without any symptoms related to blood clotting may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for preventing blood clot-related complications in COVID-19 patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has indicated that understanding blood clotting mechanisms in viral infections can lead to significant advancements in treatment, suggesting this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wood, Jeremy P — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Wood, Jeremy P
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.