Study of immune signals in head and neck cancer
Part of Cancer, Ear, nose & throat, Lungs & breathing, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at “immune signals” in blood, saliva, and stool to learn more about head and neck cancers (especially squamous cell carcinoma). It may help researchers find patterns that improve understanding of disease or how treatment should be guided.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a new diagnosis of squamous cell cancer in certain head/neck areas (mouth, throat, sinuses, or voice box)
- You can give blood, saliva, and stool samples, and allow researchers to store them for future tests
- You can understand the study and agree to take part (or have support to do so)
- Your cancer has not already spread to distant organs, and there is not another new cancer at the same time
Quick eligibility check
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