Evaluating Genetic Disorders of the Immune System
Novel Genetic Disorders of the Immune System
This study is testing how genetic factors affect certain immune system disorders by looking at both patients and their family members to find new ways to treat these conditions.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 3 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) NIH |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy |
| Locations | 1 site (Bethesda, Maryland) |
| Trial ID | NCT02257892 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate individuals with specific immune system disorders, focusing on genetic factors that may contribute to immune dysregulation. Participants, including both affected individuals and their relatives, will undergo a variety of assessments such as medical history reviews, physical exams, blood tests, imaging scans, and genetic testing. The study seeks to enhance understanding of the genetic pathways involved in immune disorders, potentially leading to new therapeutic targets. By analyzing clinical and genetic data, researchers hope to uncover insights into the mechanisms behind these rare immune conditions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults and children with suspected or confirmed immune disorders and their relatives.
Not a fit: Patients with immune disorders not specified in the study or those who do not meet the eligibility criteria may not benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment options for patients with rare immune disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in understanding genetic factors in immune disorders, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Eligibility criteria
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* INCLUSION CRITERIA: The following inclusion criteria apply to all subjects: * Patient and relatives aged 0-99 years old to include women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Only patients \>2 years of age, in stable clinical status and meeting the weight requirement of the NIH CC will be physically evaluated at the NIH CC. * Willingness to allow storage of blood, saliva, and other tissue specimens for future use in medical research. * Willingness to participate in genetic testing and allow sharing of genetic information in secure databases like dbGAP. These tests may include, but are not limited to, whole exome and whole genome sequencing. * Priority may be given to individuals with a family history (if readily available) suggestive of multiple affected members with a constellation of signs and symptoms suggestive of immune dysfunction among first- or second-degree relatives. * Eligibility of special populations * A. NIH employees are eligible * B. Women who are pregnant or breast feeding are eligible to enroll as probands Pregnant relatives are also eligible for inclusion as they can provide important controls, genetic reference and historic clinical information. This protocol is not actively seeking women who are pregnant. --C. Pediatric populations are eligible, with restrictions, in order to learn about the natural history of the immune disorders under investigation and to provide diagnostic work up for their ongoing clinical care. Healthy pediatric relatives can provide important diagnostic and genetic reference for affected patients. -Pediatric populations are eligible, with restrictions, in order to learn about the natural history of the immune disorders under investigation and to provide diagnostic work up for their ongoing clinical care. Healthy pediatric relatives can provide important diagnostic and genetic reference for affected patients. Patients must have: * An identified genetic basis for an immune disorder or signs and symptoms suggestive of clinically significant immune dysregulation and/or immunodeficiency manifesting with features including but not limited to autoimmunity, autoinflammatory conditions, lymphadenopathy, end-organ dysfunction, unusual infections, allergies, or laboratory abnormalities consistent with immune dysregulation. * A primary physician outside of the NIH and will be required to submit a letter or clinical summary from their referring physician that documents their relevant health history. EXCLUSION CRITERIA: Patients will be excluded for any of the following: * Known genetic disorders that are already well characterized, such as severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID), chronic granulomatous disease (CGD), etc., and those in which we do not have an enduring research interest in the LCIM. * Patients with unknown immune disorders will be excluded if they have received chemotherapy within the last 6 months for a malignancy or have infections such as HIV or mycobacterial infections. * Severe clinical illness requiring highly specialized teams and institutions. The NIH may not be able to provide appropriate care for certain referred cases. The Principal Investigator (PI) may determine that the patient is eligible for enrollment but ineligible for admission to the Clinical Center. Patients and relatives with certain obstetric issues may pose a safety risk for travel and evaluation here. Eligibility for this group will be determined on a case by case basis by the PI. * Patients with well-defined autoimmune conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), Hashimoto s thyroiditis, Addison s disease, Graves disease, sarcoidosis and rheumatoid arthritis, among others. Blood relatives will be excluded for the following: -Any condition which in the opinion of the investigator may interfere with evaluation of an immune system abnormality that is the subject of study under this protocol.
Where this trial is running
Bethesda, Maryland
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center — Bethesda, Maryland, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: V. Koneti Rao, M.D. — National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
- Study coordinator: Alanvin D Orpia, R.N.
- Email: alanvin.orpia@nih.gov
- Phone: (240) 550-3663
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.