Partnership with patients at risk of cancer

Total Cancer Care Protocol: A Lifetime Partnership With Patients Who Have or May be at Risk of Having Cancer (ORIEN)

University of Colorado, Denver · NCT03617939

This study is collecting blood, tissue, and other samples from cancer patients and those at risk to see how it can help improve cancer care and support future research.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment20000 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of Colorado, Denver (other)
Locations6 sites (Aurora, Colorado and 5 other locations)
Trial IDNCT03617939 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to create a comprehensive collection of biological samples and associated data from patients diagnosed with cancer or at risk of developing cancer. The Oncology Research Information Exchange Network (ORIEN) will gather blood, tissue, and other biological samples, along with survey data and medical records, to enhance the understanding of cancer risk and improve standard care. The ultimate goal is to facilitate future clinical trials and advancements in personalized medicine for cancer patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with cancer or are at risk for cancer.

Not a fit: Patients who are part of vulnerable populations, such as children or cognitively impaired individuals, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could lead to improved early detection and personalized treatment options for cancer patients.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on biospecimen collection and data integration have shown promise in advancing cancer research, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. 18 years of age and older.
2. Diagnosed with cancer, or may be at risk for cancer.
3. Able to understand and sign the TCCP Informed Consent and Research Authorization form directly or through a legally authorized representative (LAR).

Non-English speaking subjects will also be invited to participate in the TCCP study, in accordance with COMIRB's short-form consent use.

Exclusion Criteria:

1\. Members of vulnerable populations including neonates (birth to 30 days), children (under age 18), wards of the State, prisoners or those on probation or alternate sentencing, or decisionally challenged (adults or children that are cognitively impaired, incompetent to consent, proxy consent, or consenting in life threatening situations).

Where this trial is running

Aurora, Colorado and 5 other locations

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Cancer Risk, Tissue Repository, Blood Samples, Biological Samples, Surveys, Early Detection, Risk Assessment

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.