Blood clues: could MicroRNAs reveal hidden links between a parasite and mental illness?

NCT ID NCT07346833

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Benha University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looks at 55 women who have a chronic (long-term) infection with the Toxoplasma parasite and also have a mental health condition like schizophrenia, depression, or bipolar disorder. Researchers want to see if tiny molecules called microRNAs in the blood can help tell these conditions apart and show how the infection affects mental health. No treatment is given—this is an observational study to gather knowledge.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bipolar disorder major depressive disorder schizophrenia toxoplasmosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

TOXOPLASMOSIS

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Locations

Benha faculty of Medicine
RECRUITING

Banhā, El Qalyoubia, 13511, Egypt

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