Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Biospecimen collection for cancer research

Official title: Arizona Cancer Center Biospecimen Repository

Run by University of Arizona · NCT00896935 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting and storing samples from patients with pancreatic cancer to help researchers learn more about the disease and improve future treatments.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Arizona
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Tucson, Arizona)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 1, 2006
Main results expectedJuly 2030
Study endsJuly 2030
Registry record updatedApril 6, 2026
Trial IDNCT00896935 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients diagnosed with pancreatic cancer who are undergoing surgery or procedures at the Arizona Cancer Center or University Medical Center.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are not undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer or those not receiving care at the participating institutions 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 research collects and stores tumor, tissue, and blood samples from patients with pancreatic cancer to facilitate future cancer studies. The objective is to provide cancer researchers with access to a diverse range of biospecimens for translational research. Samples are collected from both cancerous and non-cancerous tissues, along with relevant clinical data, ensuring quality-controlled storage and management. The study aims to create a comprehensive database that supports ongoing cancer research and improves understanding of the disease.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could enhance cancer research and lead to improved treatment options for patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies utilizing biospecimen repositories have shown success in advancing cancer research, making this approach well-established.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
DISEASE CHARACTERISTICS:

* Patient who is seen at the Arizona Cancer Center or University Medical Center and will undergo any surgery or procedure for cancer

PATIENT CHARACTERISTICS:

* NA

PRIOR CONCURRENT THERAPY:

* NA

As this is a biospecimen repository, participation is open to all cancer patients being treated at the Arizona Cancer Center or University Medical Center by investigators on this protocol.

Where it's running

  • Arizona Cancer Center at University of Arizona Health Sciences Center
    Tucson, Arizona, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Setsuko K. Chambers, MD — University of Arizona
  • Study coordinator: Arizona Cancer Center at University of Arizona Health Sciences
  • Phone: 520-626-0950

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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.