Scientists dive deep into asthma attacks to find new clues
NCT ID NCT00603629
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at blood and airway samples from 23 adults during an acute asthma attack and again after recovery. The goal was to understand what happens in the body during an attack. This is a pilot study, meaning it is small and meant to generate ideas for future research, not to test a new drug.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could reveal new biological targets for treating or preventing asthma attacks.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study (23 people) focused on understanding mechanisms, not testing a treatment. It may not lead to any direct benefit for patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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UCSF Airway Clinical Research Center
San Francisco, California, 94143, United States
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