Firefighters' blood tested for hidden cancer risks

NCT ID NCT06870760

First seen Nov 21, 2025 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looks at whether firefighters' exposure to dangerous chemicals on the job raises their risk of developing blood cancers. Researchers will test blood samples from 300 firefighters in Charlotte, NC, for early signs of cancer, such as abnormal blood cells or proteins. The goal is to better understand how job-related hazards may lead to serious illnesses like leukemia or lymphoma.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Levine Cancer Institute

    RECRUITING

    Charlotte, North Carolina, 28204, United States

    Contact

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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