Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 45 and up Women only

Acceptability of DNA Markers in Vaginal Fluid for Endometrial Cancer Detection

Official title: Acceptability of Testing DNA Markers in Vaginal Fluid for the Detection of Endometrial Cancer

Run by Mayo Clinic · NCT07527143 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study asks if Black women 45 and older with bleeding symptoms feel comfortable using vaginal fluid DNA tests to help detect endometrial cancer.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages45 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment25 (estimated)
SponsorMayo Clinic
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rochester, Minnesota)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 10, 2026
Main results expectedJune 10, 2027
Study endsJune 10, 2027
Registry record updatedJuly 9, 2026
Trial IDNCT07527143 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are self-identified Black women aged 45 or older with an intact uterus who have experienced abnormal uterine or post-menopausal bleeding and are willing to participate in a 45-minute virtual interview.

Probably not a fit

Individuals who have had a prior or current diagnosis of endometrial cancer, or those unwilling to engage in a virtual interview, may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study explores how women respond to the idea of testing DNA markers in vaginal fluid as a potential method for early detection of endometrial cancer. Participants are self-identified Black individuals aged 45 or older with an intact uterus who have experienced abnormal uterine or post-menopausal bleeding. The study uses a non-interventional design with a 45-minute virtual interview to assess acceptability and perspectives. Lead coordination is via Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, with Mayo as the sponsor and no collaborators listed.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If found acceptable, this approach could support development of non-invasive screening options for endometrial cancer in at-risk populations.

How similar studies have gone: Prior research in non-invasive DNA-based tests for cancer detection has shown mixed results; this study focuses on acceptability rather than diagnostic performance.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Self-identified Black individuals ≥ 45 years with an intact uterus
* Assigned female sex at birth
* Experience with abnormal uterine or post-menopausal bleeding (defined as vaginal bleeding between periods, heavy vaginal bleeding, vaginal bleeding after menopause, and/or red, brown, or pink colored vaginal discharge after menopause)
* Willing to participate in a 45-minute virtual interview

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previous or current diagnosis of endometrial cancer

Where it's running

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester
    Rochester, Minnesota, United States
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.