Scientists track sugar use in immune cells

NCT ID NCT06930976

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 31 times

Summary

This study aims to understand how immune cells use glucose (sugar) for energy and growth. Researchers will give 12 healthy adults a safe, non-radioactive glucose tracer through an IV and then collect blood samples to see how different immune cells take up and process the sugar. The goal is to learn more about basic immune system function.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37212, United States

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