How obesity affects glucose use in the body
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial looks at how the body uses sugar (glucose) for energy in people with and without obesity. Results could help find better treatments for metabolic conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 60 years old
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 25, or above 30
- If you are a woman of childbearing age, you must be using hormonal contraception
- You do not smoke, use narcotics, or drink heavily
- You have no history of eating disorders
- You have not taken part in a PET scan study before or had major radiation exposure
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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