DNA bank aims to unlock secrets of family cancer clusters
NCT ID NCT00579163
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study collects blood and saliva samples from people with cancer and their relatives to build a DNA bank. Researchers hope to better understand how cancer runs in families. About 992 participants are expected to join. The samples will be stored and analyzed later for genetic clues.
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 study could help identify genetic factors that increase cancer risk, potentially leading to better screening or prevention strategies for families.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational sample-collection study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly benefit participants, and findings may take years to translate into clinical use.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York, 10065, United States
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