Massive gene hunt aims to unlock secrets of immune disorders
NCT ID NCT00001467
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 16, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study is looking for the genes that cause certain immune system problems. Researchers want to understand why some people get sick and others don't, even in the same family. Up to 5,000 people with immune disorders and their relatives will give blood or cheek cell samples for genetic testing. The goal is to learn more about these conditions and possibly help families understand their risks.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this research could help doctors better understand, diagnose, and predict immune disorders, potentially guiding treatment and family planning.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear genetic links for all families, and results may not directly change care.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
RECRUITINGBethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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