Gene hunt: why do some people get sicker from COVID?

NCT ID NCT04371432

First seen Dec 29, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a person's genes influence how sick they get from COVID-19. Researchers collected blood or saliva samples from 721 people in the U.S. who tested positive for the virus. By analyzing their DNA, the team hopes to uncover genetic clues that could lead to better treatments in the future.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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