Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 85

Collecting samples from lung cancer patients

Official title: Specimen Banking From Patients With Lung Cancer

Run by University of Colorado, Denver · NCT01585675 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting samples from lung cancer patients to help researchers learn more about the disease and find better ways to detect and treat it.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Colorado, Denver
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Aurora, Colorado)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 3, 2005
Main results expectedJuly 1, 2035
Study endsJuly 1, 2035
Registry record updatedJanuary 29, 2026
Trial IDNCT01585675 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are individuals undergoing testing for the diagnosis or treatment of lung cancer who can provide informed consent.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not provide consent for participation will 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 study aims to create a comprehensive specimen banking program for patients diagnosed with lung cancer. By collecting biological samples, the researchers hope to advance the understanding of lung cancer biology, identify early detection markers, and develop better therapeutic strategies. The program will also explore potential screening and prevention methods, ultimately contributing to improved patient outcomes. The study is observational and focuses on gathering data without specific interventions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could lead to earlier detection and more effective treatments for lung cancer patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies focusing on specimen banking and biological sample collection have shown promise in advancing cancer research, indicating that this approach is both valuable and tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Subjects who are undergoing further testing for the diagnosis or treatment of lung cancer.
2. Oral and written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

1\. Any individual who does not give oral and written consent for participation

Where it's running

  • University of Colorado Cancer Center
    Aurora, Colorado, United States
    Recruiting

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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.