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New treatment option for Iron Deficiency (Without Anemia)
Official title Absorption of Iron From Stabilized Lactoferrin: A Study in Women With Iron Deficiency
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07394972
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Lactoferrin (LF) is a natural iron-binding protein found in milk. It exists either in an iron-free state (apo-LF) or bound to iron (holo-LF).
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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 45, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Serum ferritin \< 45 µg/L (iron depleted)
- Body weight \< 70 kg
- Body mass index 18,5 - 24,9 kg/m2 (normal weight)
- Hemoglobin (Hb) \> 120 g/L (nonanemic)
- C-reactive protein (CRP) \< 5 mg/L (no inflammation)
You likely can't join if
- Pregnant or lactating
- Strictly vegan
- Cigarette smoking (\> 1 cigarette / week)
- Gastrointestinal or metabolic disorders affecting iron absorption or metabolism
- Use of medication known to affect iron metabolism (oral contraceptives are allowed)
- Intake of vitamin and mineral supplements in the 2 weeks before study start and during the study
See the full eligibility criteria
- Serum ferritin \< 45 µg/L (iron depleted)
- Body weight \< 70 kg
- Body mass index 18,5 - 24,9 kg/m2 (normal weight)
- Hemoglobin (Hb) \> 120 g/L (nonanemic)
- C-reactive protein (CRP) \< 5 mg/L (no inflammation)
- Pregnant or lactating
- Strictly vegan
- Cigarette smoking (\> 1 cigarette / week)
- Gastrointestinal or metabolic disorders affecting iron absorption or metabolism
- Use of medication known to affect iron metabolism (oral contraceptives are allowed)
- Intake of vitamin and mineral supplements in the 2 weeks before study start and during the study
- Blood transfusion, blood donation, or significant blood loss during the previous 4 months
- once enrolled, inability to follow study procedures or major illness
- Participation in another study with investigational drug within the 30 days preceding and during the present study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Zurich, Switzerland
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 female, 18 years to 45 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Zurich, Switzerland. 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.