Tiny study aims to uncover psoriasis gene clues

NCT ID NCT03125655

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at inflammatory genes in people with psoriasis to better understand the disease. Researchers will take skin samples from 13 adults with psoriasis and measure genes linked to inflammation. The goal is to find markers that could help manage psoriasis in the future.

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 study could help identify key inflammatory markers that may guide future treatments for psoriasis.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-stage observational study (13 participants) that does not test any treatment. It may not lead to direct patient benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Inflammation inflammatory disease psoriasis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

INFLAMMATION PSORIASIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

The Kirklin Clinic
RECRUITING

Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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