Development of advanced MRI techniques for healthy individuals
Development of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy Research Methods for NIA Studies
This study is testing new MRI techniques on healthy volunteers to help improve imaging methods for future medical research.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) NIH |
| Locations | 1 site (Baltimore, Maryland) |
| Trial ID | NCT01324206 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to develop and refine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and spectroscopy methods using a Philips 3T Achieva whole-body MRI scanner. It involves conducting preliminary MRI scans on healthy volunteers and individuals with conditions requiring imaging studies. Participants will undergo a thorough screening process, including medical history, physical examination, and blood and urine tests, before receiving an MRI scan. The data collected will support future clinical research and comparisons in studies conducted by the National Institute on Aging (NIA).
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy individuals aged 18 and older who can undergo MRI scans.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions contraindicated for MRI or those exceeding the weight limit will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance MRI techniques, leading to better assessments of aging-related conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have successfully developed MRI techniques, making this approach promising but not entirely novel.
Eligibility criteria
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* INCLUSION CRITERIA: To be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all the following criteria: * Ability of subject to understand the study and stated willingness to comply with all study procedures. * Male or female, age \> 18years. * Able to speak and read English. * Capable of providing informed consent. * Subjects or persons identified by an investigator to have a condition of interest for exploratory studies as it relates to aging. These participants are not being scanned for diagnostic purposes. EXCLUSION CRITERIA: An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study: * Has condition and/or non-removable device contraindicated for MRI as per the MRI eligibility form. * Weight \> 300lbs (MRI scanner weight limit) * Is currently pregnant or a nursing mother.
Where this trial is running
Baltimore, Maryland
- National Institute of Aging, Clinical Research Unit — Baltimore, Maryland, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mustapha Bouhrara, Ph.D. — National Institute on Aging (NIA)
- Study coordinator: Seung-Ho Park, R.N.
- Email: sarah.park@nih.gov
- Phone: (410) 350-7315
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.