This study is currently recruiting participants.
Number
95-I-0066
Sponsoring Institute
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Recruitment Detail
Type: Participants currently recruited/enrolled Gender: Male & Female Min Age: 1 days Max Age: 101 Years
Referral Letter Required
Yes
Population Exclusion(s)
None
Keywords
Primary Immunodeficiency Disorders; Immunologic Disorders; Mutation; Genetic Analysis; Natural History
Recruitment Keyword(s)
Immunologic Disorders
Condition(s)
DOK 8; STAT1; GATA2; Immunodeficiency; STAT3
Investigational Drug(s)
Investigational Device(s)
Intervention(s)
Supporting Site
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Patients with immune disorders known or suspected to have a genetic basis and their family members may enroll in this study. Eligibility will be determined by a review of the patient s medical records and family medical history. Participants will provide a small blood sample for genetic (DNA) and white blood cell analysis. Gene samples (but not white blood cells) may also be obtained by mouth brushing or skin biopsy. For the mouth brushing, a small brush is rubbed against the inside of the cheeks for 1 minute to wipe off some cells. For the skin biopsy, a small circle of skin (about 1/8 inch) is removed under local anesthetic. Pregnant women may be asked to provide a fetal sample (amniotic fluid cells or chorionic villus sample). All samples will be used for immune or genetic studies of the family s immune disorder.
If test results show a specific genetic variation responsible for the family s immune disorder, a report will be sent to the patient s doctor or genetic counselor, who will discuss the implications for the family. NIH researchers and genetic counselors will also be available to explain results and answer questions. Information will not be available in the case of disorders that cannot yet be linked to a specific genetic abnormality.
Information from this study will increase knowledge about the immune system and what causes immune deficiencies. Participants may also learn the underlying cause of an immune disorder that affects them or someone in their family information may be useful in guiding treatment and in making decisions regarding family planning.
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INCLUSION / EXCLUSION CRITERIA: Probands and their blood relatives, of any age, gender, and ethnicity, who are affected, or suspected of being affected with genetic conditions and immune dysregulations under study are eligible to enroll as patients and family member enrollees.
Probands and their blood relatives, of any age, gender, and ethnicity, who are affected, or suspected of being affected with genetic conditions and immune dysregulations under study are eligible to enroll as patients and family member enrollees.
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