PreDiabetes study: Glucagon vs Glucose
Official title Effect of Glucagon on Fasting Insulin Secretion and Glucose Metabolism in Subjects Without Type 2 Diabetes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06424106
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to understand how glucagon and insulin work together to control blood sugar levels when not eating.
- Who it's for
- People who have prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar is higher than normal but not yet diabetes.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive glucagon and undergo tests to measure how their body handles blood sugar and insulin.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not specify the duration or number of visits required.
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Who can take part
Ages 25 to 65. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Individuals with normal or impaired fasting glucose and normal or impaired glucose tolerance
You likely can't join if
- HbA1c less than 6.5%
- Use of any glucose-lowering agents including metformin or sulfonylureas.
- For female people: positive pregnancy test at the time of enrollment or study
- History of prior upper abdominal surgery such as adjustable gastric banding, pyloroplasty and vagotomy.
- Active systemic illness or malignancy.
- Symptomatic macrovascular or microvascular disease.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Rochester, Minnesota, United States
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?
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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, 25 years to 65 years. 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 Rochester, Minnesota, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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