Bipolar Disorder study: Blood sampling
Official title Immuno-Genetic, Inflammation, Retro-Virus, Environment
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT02878408
What this study is testing
What is Blood sampling?
This is an investigational procedure involving extra blood tests and questionnaires being studied to help understand the causes of Bipolar Disorder.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find new biomarkers and understand how a human retrovirus, HERV‑W, may link genetics, environment, and inflammation to these mental illnesses.
- Who it's for
- People with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia who are willing to participate in research.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 16 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Bipolar disorder or Schizophrenia (according to Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders IV)
You likely can't join if
- pregnant women
- Vaccination within 4 precedent weeks
- Severe neurologic illness
- Immunosuppressing or immuno-modulating treatment.
- Infectious disease within 4 precedent weeks (including HIV 1 et 2, Hepatite B, C)
- Refuse to have HIV and hepatite B et C tests or to be informed of their results
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Créteil, France, France
- Créteil, France
- Paris, France
- Pontoise, France
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 16 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Créteil, France, France; Créteil, France; Paris, France; Pontoise, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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