Identifying Characteristics and Patterns of Asthma
Trial Objectives
The purpose of this study is to better understand the clinical, physiologic, genetic and molecular characteristics of asthma. Participants will be given clinical exams and will provide biological samples such as blood, sputum, cheek swabs and nasal brushings that will help researchers learn more about asthma patterns. Samples collected will be stored for future research, as well.
Who Can Participate
Anyone over the age of 5, with or without asthma, as well as smokers and nonsmokers, without any respiratory infections requiring antibiotics for the previous 4 weeks prior to enrollment.
Age: 5+ Gender: Any
Estimated Time Commitment
2-4 office visits and up to 3 follow up phone calls
Payment & Reimbursement
Payment: Provided
Travel Reimbursement: Not Available
Trial Location
National Jewish Main Campus, Denver, CO
Trial Sponsors
Cohen Foundation
Principal Investigators
Michael E. Wechsler, MD, MMSc
Co-Investigators
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David A. Beuther, MD, PhD, FCCP
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Gregory P. Downey, MD, FRCPC
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Vamsi P. Guntur, MD, MSc
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Rohit K. Katial, MD
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Steven E. Lommatzsch, MD
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Laurie A. Manka, MD
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Eileen Wang, MD, MPH