Protein clue could unlock new autoimmune treatments

NCT ID NCT04978948

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

Summary

This study is measuring a protein called STIM1 on the surface of immune cells in 670 people with various autoimmune diseases. The goal is to find which diseases have high levels of this protein, which could help researchers develop new antibody-based treatments. Participants provide blood samples, and no experimental treatment is given.

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 identify which autoimmune diseases have high STIM1 levels, paving the way for developing new antibody treatments.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures a protein; it does not test any therapy. Results may not lead to actual treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autoimmune disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • CHRU de Brest - Service de rhumatologie

    RECRUITING

    Brest, Brest, 29200, France

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

  • CHU de Martinique

    RECRUITING

    Fort-de-France, Martinique, 97261, France

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  • Centre Hospitalier de Quimper

    RECRUITING

    Quimper, Brittany Region, 29000, France

    Contact

  • Centre Hospitalier des Pays de Morlaix

    RECRUITING

    Morlaix, Brittany Region, 29672, France

    Contact