Hunt for hidden cancer genes: 1,500 families join landmark study

NCT ID NCT03050268

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This research study aims to discover new genes that may cause cancer to run in families. Researchers will collect blood samples and health information from 1,500 people in families where multiple members have had childhood cancers. Participants will not receive direct treatment or immediate genetic results, but the findings may help improve future diagnosis and care for hereditary cancers.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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    Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States

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