Li-Fraumeni & TP53 (LiFT UP): Understanding and Progress
This observational study, called LiFT UP, aims to better understand the TP53 gene and its connection to Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (LFS), a condition that increases cancer risk. Researchers are collecting data and samples from people with a TP53 gene change (pathogenic or likely pathogenic variant) found in their blood or saliva, or those with a family history of such a change. The goal is to improve our understanding of cancer risks associated with TP53 variants, help families receive more accurate counseling, and find better ways to prevent, detect, and treat cancer. The study also explores TP53 variants found in the blood that are not inherited. Success for this study means creating a valuable collection of specimens and data over five years or until the study closes. The study plans to enroll about 1500 participants, but its current recruitment status is unclear.
- Study design
- This is an observational study with a planned enrollment of about 1500 participants. It is not testing a specific drug or treatment.
- What's involved
- You would provide access to your medical records and answer short questionnaires periodically. You may also be asked to provide blood, saliva, eyebrow hair, and tumor tissue samples, and to share study information with family members.
- Compensation
- Not stated in the trial record.
- Follow-up
- Participants will be in this study until it closes or they withdraw consent. The primary goal is to establish a repository of specimens and data, measured at 5 years or study closure.
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Li-Fraumeni & TP53 (LiFT UP): Understanding and Progress
At a glance
Conditions
Where it's being run
3 sites across 1 statesStudy leadership
- Judy E Garber, MD, MPH · PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR · Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
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What this trial measures
- Repository of specimens and data5 years or Study closure
Examine accuracy of family history and the extent to which families meet various published Li-Fraumeni family criteria or assess for de-novo mutations using descriptive statistics. Exact binomial confidence limits for percents will be calculated at 95% coverage. Tests of difference between \>2 groups for binary variables will use the Fisher exact test.