Scientists hunt for genes behind rare zinc deficiency disease
NCT ID NCT02870166
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 96 people with a rare condition called acrodermatitis enteropathica, which causes severe zinc deficiency. Researchers analyzed blood samples to find genetic mutations in 56 genes related to zinc handling. The goal was to better understand the genetic causes of this disease.
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 could identify specific genetic mutations causing severe zinc deficiency, potentially guiding future diagnostic tests or targeted treatments.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational genetic study with no intervention tested, so it cannot directly lead to a treatment. Results may not apply to all patients with zinc deficiency.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Nantes
Nantes, 44093, France
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