Immune response in children with hepatitis A
Part of Digestive system, Infections clinical trials.
This study is looking at how the immune system responds in children with acute hepatitis A (a liver infection). Participation may help doctors better understand the body's natural defenses and improve care for other children.
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Who can take part
- The child must be between 1 and 15 years old.
- The child must have a confirmed hepatitis A infection (positive blood test).
- The child must be admitted to the hospital for treatment of hepatitis A.
- The child must not have other liver diseases or chronic hepatitis.
- The child must not have a weakened immune system or take immune-suppressing drugs.
- The child must not have had a blood transfusion in the last 3 months.
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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