Study using tonsil tissue to understand infections
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study uses tonsil tissue that is removed during a routine tonsillectomy to grow tiny 'organoids' in the lab. Researchers will study how germs interact with human cells, which could lead to better treatments for infections.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 2 years old.
- You must be having your tonsils taken out (tonsillectomy) as part of your regular medical care.
- If you are 18 or older, you must be able to give your own permission to join the study. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must give permission.
- You must agree to let your tissue samples and information be stored and used for future research.
- You must allow genetic testing on your tissue samples.
- You cannot have an active infection or tonsillitis right now, be pregnant, have a weak immune system, or have used intravenous drugs.
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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