Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 6 to 99

Collection of biological samples to study systemic autoimmune diseases

Official title: Constitution of a Collection of Biological Samples With the Aim of Carrying Out Clinico-biological and Pathophysiological Investigations of Systemic Autoimmune Diseases

Run by University Hospital, Toulouse · NCT05251415 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting samples from people with autoimmune diseases like lupus and scleroderma to see if they can find new ways to diagnose and treat these conditions better.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages6 Years to 99 Years
SexAll
Enrollment3000 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Toulouse
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Toulouse)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 4, 2022
Main results expectedApril 4, 2027
Study endsApril 4, 2032
Registry record updatedMarch 17, 2026
Trial IDNCT05251415 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients diagnosed with rare systemic autoimmune diseases or those with atypical presentations of such diseases.

Probably not a fit

Patients with known anemia, those under protective supervision, or pregnant or breastfeeding women 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 project aims to create a comprehensive collection of clinical and biological data from patients with systemic autoimmune diseases such as lupus, scleroderma, myositis, and vasculitis. By gathering biological samples, the study seeks to identify new biomarkers and enhance understanding of the physiopathological mechanisms underlying these conditions. The collected data will be made available to the medical and scientific communities to facilitate the development of new therapeutic strategies tailored to individual patient profiles. The study emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and personalized treatment approaches.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnostic methods and more effective treatments for patients with systemic autoimmune diseases.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies focusing on the collection of biological samples for autoimmune diseases have shown promise in identifying biomarkers and improving treatment strategies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with rare systemic autoimmune diseases (lupus, scleroderma, myositis for example),
* Patients with atypical presentations of documented or probable systemic autoimmune diseases,
* Patients receiving, or likely to receive new, innovative therapies (new molecule on the market, gene therapy, cell therapy, etc.).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Known anemia and hemoglobin \<10 g / dl
* Patients under protective supervision (guardianship, curators)
* Pregnant or breastfeeding woman

Where it's running

  • Purpan University Hospital
    Toulouse, France
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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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.