Study body fat tissue to learn how it affects metabolism
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at samples of body fat to understand what controls metabolism (how your body uses energy). You may be asked for a fat tissue sample during surgery or through a special biopsy scan, depending on your situation.
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Who can take part
- You are age 18 or older
- You can give informed consent (and understand study risks)
- You are not pregnant
- If you are not having surgery: you may need a recent PET/CT scan image available in the study’s system
- You have no history of keloids (raised scar tissue) and can safely have the biopsy procedure
- You are not taking blood thinners or anti-inflammatory/anti-platelet medicines
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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