Type1diabetes study: 68Ga-exendin-4
Official title Assessment of Pancreatic Beta Cell Mass and Function by Positron Emission Tomography Imaging in Human Diabetes Mellitus
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05662189
What this study is testing
What is 68Ga-exendin-4?
This is an investigational imaging scan being studied to help doctors measure the amount and activity of insulin-producing cells in people with type 1 diabetes. It is designed to attach to specific cells in the pancreas so that a special camera can take pictures of them.
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
- This study is looking at whether a special PET scan can show how many beta cells are in the pancreas and how well they work.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, pre‑diabetes, or high insulin levels.
- What's involved
- You will have one or more PET scans that take pictures of your pancreas. The scans use a tiny amount of safe tracer to see the cells.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥18 years; ≤ 75 years
- Both sexes
- Good health
- Absence of
You likely can't join if
- Hemoglobin \< 12 g/dl
- HbA1c \> 10%
- Pregnancy or breast-feeding
- If not in menopause, women not using effective birth control methods or not willing to undergo a pregnancy test
- History of severe psychiatric disorder or alcohol abuse
- Recent head traumas (\<6 months)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥18 years; ≤ 75 years
- Both sexes
- Good health
- Absence of
- Hemoglobin \< 12 g/dl
- HbA1c \> 10%
- Pregnancy or breast-feeding
- If not in menopause, women not using effective birth control methods or not willing to undergo a pregnancy test
- History of severe psychiatric disorder or alcohol abuse
- Recent head traumas (\<6 months)
- Active neurologic diseases
- Claustrophobia
- Active malignant neoplasms
- Severe kidney and/or liver disease
- Recent (\<6 months) major adverse cardiovascular events
- Heart failure (class NYHA 3-4)
- Drugs known to affect beta cell function and/or insulin sensitivity
- Current or past treatment with GLP1R-agonists
- Intolerance to exenatide
- Endocrine diseases, other than diabetes mellitus, known to affect beta cell function and/or insulin sensitivity, except well controlled hypothyroidism or adrenal insufficiency
- COPD on day time oxygen therapy
- Any current acute disease
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Parma, Pr, Italy
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, 18 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Parma, Pr, Italy. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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