Scientists investigate how cholesterol particles work in the body to fight heart disease

NCT ID NCT06747000

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: The Miriam Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how lipoproteins—tiny particles that carry cholesterol in the blood—work in healthy people and those with lipid disorders like high cholesterol. The goal is to understand how these particles affect heart and blood vessel health, especially when they don't function properly. Researchers will measure blood clotting and platelet activity in 80 adults aged 18 to 69 to find new ways to prevent and treat heart disease.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hypercholesterolemia hyperlipidemia inherited lipid metabolism disorder Lipid Metabolism Disorders

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LIPID DISORDERS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Brown University Health Lipid Clinic
RECRUITING

East Providence, Rhode Island, 02914, United States
Cardiovascular Research Center
RECRUITING

Providence, Rhode Island, 02903, United States

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