Study of rare cholesterol and fat disorders
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at people with rare or unusual cholesterol, fat, or heart-related conditions. It helps researchers learn more about these disorders and improve testing. You do not need to have a known diagnosis to join initially.
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Who can take part
- You are 10 years or older.
- You have a confirmed or suspected rare cholesterol, fat, or blood vessel condition.
- You are willing to undergo tests and procedures as part of the study.
- You can understand and sign a consent form (or have a parent or guardian do it for you).
- You are not a healthy volunteer without any lipid-related issues.
- If you are a healthy volunteer, you must have no known history of lipid disorders and not be pregnant.
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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