Observational Study on Genetic Factors in Lymphoma Families

This observational study aims to understand the genetic factors that contribute to the development of lymphomas (cancers of the lymphatic system) and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Researchers are collecting information from families where multiple members have these conditions. The goal is to identify unique genetic characteristics in familial lymphomas and potentially find a gene that increases the risk of developing lymphoma. You may be able to join if you are 18 or older, have been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, or CLL, and have a first-degree relative (parent, sibling, or child) with a lymphoproliferative disorder (a condition where too many white blood cells called lymphocytes are produced). The study is currently unclear on its recruitment status and plans to enroll 1500 participants.

Study design
This is an observational study with a planned enrollment of 1500 participants. It is not testing a specific intervention or drug.
What's involved
You will be asked to complete detailed family and medical history questionnaires initially, with a follow-up questionnaire every year. You will also be asked to supply a blood sample and possibly a mouthwash sample, which can be done by mail, and consent to release your lymphoma tissue block.
Compensation
Not stated in the trial record.
Follow-up
Genetic factors will be measured indefinitely.

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NCT00131014

Establishing a Tumor Bank in Families With Multiple Lymphoproliferative Malignancies

Recruiting
Not specifiedAges 18+Observational
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
~1,500 participants
Updated 2026-04-24 on ClinicalTrials.gov

At a glance

Recruiting sites
1 of 1 listed site is recruiting right now
RecruitingSuspended, closed, or not yet open
What they're measuring
Genetic factors that contribute to the development of lymphomas and CLL
Measured over Indefinite
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Hodgkin's Disease
Leukemia, Lymphocytic, Chronic
Lymphoproliferative Disorders
1 sites across 1 states
Massachusetts1
  • Jennifer R. Brown, MD, PhD · PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR · Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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Eligibility criteria

Inclusion

Any individual diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma or Hodgkin's disease or chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), who has a 1st degree relative (parent, sibling or child) with a lymphoproliferative disorder; or families in which the individual has a lymphoproliferative disorder, and an unusual clustering of frequent or premature solid tumors is also observed.
Family members of the individual, either affected or unaffected with lymphoma, who are contacted by the individual and agree to participate in the study.
Deceased family members may be included in the study. Public records such as death certificates may be used to confirm the history. Consent for medical records or tissue blocks will be obtained from the deceased family member's next of kin. The hierarchy of relatives defined as next of kin is spouse, offspring, parents and siblings. Archived tissue samples may be used for genetic research.
Age \> 18 years

Exclusion

Subjects without a family history of lymphoma
  • Genetic factors that contribute to the development of lymphomas and CLLIndefinite

    Genetic factors that contribute to the development of lymphomas and CLL