Gene study aims to personalize medicine for sick children

NCT ID NCT00730678

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is exploring how genetic differences influence the way children respond to drugs and other treatments. Researchers will analyze DNA from up to 8,800 participants, including patients, their families, and volunteers. The goal is to understand why some children experience side effects or don't benefit from certain therapies, paving the way for more personalized care.

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 help doctors choose the safest and most effective drugs for each child based on their genetic makeup.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may take years to produce actionable results, and genetic findings may not always predict real-world outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States

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