Investigating organ damage and immune changes in sepsis

Cell-free DNA Epigenomics to Track the Dynamics of Organ Damage and Immune Exhaustion During Sepsis

Observational Mayo Clinic · NCT06817408

This study is trying to see if new blood tests can help find signs of organ damage and immune changes in people with sepsis to improve their care.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment1000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorMayo Clinic Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rochester, Minnesota)
Trial IDNCT06817408 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore the dynamics of organ damage and immune exhaustion in patients with sepsis using liquid biopsy next-generation sequencing (NGS). By employing advanced analytical methods, the study seeks to derive a signature matrix that identifies novel biomarkers associated with sepsis. The researchers will analyze data from a specified number of patients to determine the sensitivity of detecting cell-free nucleic acids, which may reflect disease severity. The study is designed to enhance understanding of sepsis and improve patient outcomes through better biomarker identification.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients who have developed a shocked state due to sepsis, indicated by hypotension or elevated lactate levels.

Not a fit: Patients under 18 years of age, pregnant women, and nursing women will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to the identification of new biomarkers that improve the diagnosis and management of sepsis.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using liquid biopsy approaches for biomarker discovery, suggesting potential success for this novel investigation.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients who've developed a shocked state (Hypotension or Lactate grade \>4) or Clinical Concern

Exclusion Criteria:

* \<18 years of age
* Pregnant Women
* Nursing women

Where this trial is running

Rochester, Minnesota

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Sepsis
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.