Scientists probe Body's defenses against parasitic worms

NCT ID NCT00001230

Summary

This study aims to understand how the human immune system responds to infections caused by parasitic worms (filariasis). Researchers will observe 500 participants, aged 3 to 100, who have or are suspected of having these infections. Participants will receive standard medical care and diagnosis, while researchers collect blood and other samples to study the body's immune reactions before and after treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

Conditions

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