Finding the best time to check gallbladder function
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study is looking for people with healthy gallbladders and bile ducts to find the best time to measure how well the gallbladder works. It uses a simple ultrasound test and does not involve any drugs or procedures.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must have a normal gallbladder and bile ducts, as seen on an ultrasound.
- You cannot have had an ERCP (a scope procedure on your bile ducts).
- You cannot have had surgery to remove gallstones while keeping your gallbladder.
- You cannot have had pancreatitis or any surgery on your stomach or intestines.
- You must be free of serious heart, liver, kidney, or other major health problems.
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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