Purpose of this Study
There is not treatment being administered. Participants will complete a baseline and a 1-year visit where they will conduct a non-contrasted CT scan of their heart and a blood drawn. It is expected that each study visit will take 2-4 hours.
Who Can Participate?
Eligibility
Eligible participants will be contacted by study team members.
Age Range
18-110
Sex/Genders
Male (cisgender)
Female (cisgender)
Non-binary or gender fluid
Transgender male
Transgender female
Looking for Healthy Participants
No
What is Involved?
Description
We are looking for changes in genetic markers in your blood, fat around your heart, and calcium buildup in the heart arteries over 12 months.
Locations
Duke University Hospital
Visit Timing
Weekdays
Compensation
Yes
Spanish Materials Available
No
Study Details
Full Title
Genetic and Inflammatory Drivers of Epicardial Adipose Tissue
Principal Investigator
Jessica
Regan
Protocol Number
PRO00120397
Phase
N/A
Enrollment Status
Pending Open to Enrollment