Scientists seek genetic clues to mysterious fever diseases
NCT ID NCT00001373
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study aims to learn more about the genetics and natural history of autoinflammatory diseases, which cause repeated fevers and inflammation. Researchers will study up to 5,000 people, including patients, their relatives, and healthy volunteers. Participants provide blood and saliva samples for genetic testing and may have medical exams and follow-up visits every six months.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Childrens National Medical Center
COMPLETEDWashington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States
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Johns Hopkins University
COMPLETEDBaltimore, Maryland, 21205, United States
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
RECRUITINGBethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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University of Pittsburgh
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15261, United States
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Walter Reed National Medical Center
COMPLETEDBethesda, Maryland, 20301, United States
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