Study on Genetic Causes of Severe Early Childhood Obesity
This study is looking for children and adults with severe obesity that started before they were 6 years old. The goal is to find new or known genetic changes that might cause this type of obesity. Researchers will ask you about your health and eating habits, do a quick physical exam, and collect a saliva or blood sample for genetic testing. Family members are also invited to join. This study is observational, meaning it involves watching and collecting information, not giving any new treatments. The main goal is to identify genetic causes of obesity, with results expected in about 1.5 to 2 years.
- Study design
- This is an observational study aiming to enroll 500 participants. It is designed to investigate genetic causes of severe early childhood obesity.
- What's involved
- You would answer questions about your health and eating behavior, have a brief physical examination, and provide a saliva or blood sample for genetic testing.
- Compensation
- Not stated in the trial record.
- Follow-up
- The primary goal of identifying genetic variants is measured at 1.5 to 2 years.
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Study to Investigate Genetic Causes of Severe Early Childhood Onset Obesity.
At a glance
Conditions
Where it's being run
2 sites across 2 statesStudy leadership
- Vidhu Thaker, M.D. · PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR · Columbia University
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What this trial measures
- Identification of known or novel genetic variants in genes that underlie obesity.1.5-2 years
Identification of known or novel genetic variants in genes that underlie obesity.