Analyzing the female microbiome in Flemish women
Integrated Genetic and Functional Analysis of the Female Microbiome in a Flemish Cohort
University Hospital, Antwerp · NCT04319536
This study is trying to learn more about the bacteria in the vagina, skin, and saliva of Flemish women to see how their lifestyles and environments affect their health.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Antwerp (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Antwerp) |
| Trial ID | NCT04319536 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to enhance understanding of the stability and dynamics of the female microbiome, specifically focusing on the vagina, skin, and saliva, in relation to various lifestyle and environmental factors. It involves collecting microbial DNA from self-sampled swabs, which will be analyzed using Illumina MiSeq sequencing to identify the microbial species present. The study will particularly highlight health-promoting microbes that are prevalent in healthy populations, potentially offering insights into maintaining a healthy microbiome.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Flemish women interested in understanding their microbiome's health and dynamics.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Flemish population or those not interested in microbiome research may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into maintaining a healthy female microbiome, which may improve overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While studies on the microbiome have been conducted, this specific integrated approach focusing on the Flemish female population is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * none Exclusion Criteria: * none
Where this trial is running
Antwerp
- University of Antwerp and University Hospital Antwerp — Antwerp, Belgium (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sarah Lebeer, Professor
- Email: sarah.lebeer@uantwerpen.be
- Phone: +32 3 265 32 85
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Vaginal Microbiome, Skin Microbiome, Saliva Microbiome, Metagenomic sequencing, vaginal microbiome, skin microbiome, saliva microbiome, large-scale self-sampling cohort