Fat tissue study on how body regulates fat cells
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This research study examines fat tissue samples taken during abdominal surgery to understand how the body controls fat cell growth and function. Researchers are comparing samples from people with and without obesity and diabetes to learn more about these processes.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled to have abdominal surgery (the study collects a small sample during your procedure)
- You are 18–80 years old
- You are a man or a postmenopausal woman (no longer having periods)
- You do not have HIV, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C
- You do not have active cancer or recent cancer treatment (chemotherapy in the past year)
- You are enrolled in a social security or health insurance program
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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