New Radiation-Free imaging could shed light on brown Fat's role in metabolic health

NCT ID NCT07327684

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is testing a new, safe imaging technique called photoacoustic imaging to look at brown adipose tissue (BAT), a type of body fat that burns energy. Researchers will compare BAT in healthy adults and people with metabolic syndrome to see if the imaging can spot differences. The goal is to create a simple tool to help diagnose and track metabolic conditions without radiation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

abdominal obesity-metabolic syndrome Insulin Resistance metabolic syndrome X polycystic ovary syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Peking Union Medical College Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, China

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