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New treatment option for Iron Absorption
Official title Dietary Iron Requirements
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07139821
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) for iron are based on a relatively small number of studies in European populations. This research study will determine iron needs in a representative sample of adults living in the US using the iron isotope dilution technique.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 50. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Males and premenopausal females age 18-50 y
- Previously participated in an iron stable isotope study or willing to consume an oral stable iron isotope and undergo a one-year equilibration period
- Willing to refrain from iron-containing supplements for the duration of the study
- Willing to refrain from tobacco smoking for the duration of the study
- Have not donated blood 3 months prior to the start of the study and willing to refrain from donating blood for the duration of the study
You likely can't join if
- Females: pregnant or lactating or plans to become pregnant during the study period
- Inability to provide informed consent and engage in informed consent procedures
- Plans to relocate outside the study area
See the full eligibility criteria
- Males and premenopausal females age 18-50 y
- Previously participated in an iron stable isotope study or willing to consume an oral stable iron isotope and undergo a one-year equilibration period
- Willing to refrain from iron-containing supplements for the duration of the study
- Willing to refrain from tobacco smoking for the duration of the study
- Have not donated blood 3 months prior to the start of the study and willing to refrain from donating blood for the duration of the study
- Willing to have blood stored for future use
- Able and willing to comply with study requirements and consent to participate
- Females: pregnant or lactating or plans to become pregnant during the study period
- Inability to provide informed consent and engage in informed consent procedures
- Plans to relocate outside the study area
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
- Ithaca, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 50 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States; Ithaca, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.