Anemia

Atransferrinemia is a rare inherited condition in which the body cannot make enough transferrin, a protein that moves iron through the blood. Without it, iron builds up in organs and red blood cells cannot form properly. Researchers are testing intravenous infusions of apotransfe…

This phase 2 trial tests luspatercept (Reblozyl) in adults and adolescents with alpha-thalassemia, a genetic blood disorder that causes anemia. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce the need for blood transfusions and raise hemoglobin levels. About 189 participants will recei…

This phase 3 trial compares two treatments for people with a bone marrow disorder called myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) who have low red blood cell counts (anemia). One group gets lenalidomide alone, the other gets lenalidomide plus epoetin alfa, a drug that stimulates red blood …

This trial tests whether a new drug called BCD-131 can manage anemia in people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis. Anemia is a common complication where the body doesn't make enough red blood cells, causing fatigue and weakness. The study compares BCD-131, given once…

This study tests a drug called luspatercept in people with anemia caused by myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) or beta-thalassemia who need regular blood transfusions. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can reduce the number of transfusions needed. About 85 participants in I…

This study tested whether a combination of ibrutinib (a targeted drug) and rituximab works better than standard chemotherapy (FCR) for younger patients with untreated chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma. About 529 people took part. The main goal was t…

This study tests a drug called mitapivat in children aged 1 to 18 with pyruvate kinase deficiency, a rare genetic condition that causes red blood cells to break down too quickly, leading to anemia. The trial compares mitapivat to a placebo to see if it can raise hemoglobin levels…

This phase 3 trial tests the drug mitapivat in children aged 1 to 18 with pyruvate kinase deficiency, a rare genetic disorder that causes red blood cells to break down too quickly. These children need regular blood transfusions. The study compares mitapivat to a placebo to see if…

This study tests an experimental drug called AG-946 (tebapivat) in 87 adults with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) who have anemia. The goal is to see if the drug can raise hemoglobin levels or help patients go without blood transfusions for at least 8 weeks. Participan…

This study looks at the long-term safety and tolerability of iptacopan in adults with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) who have already completed earlier phase 2 or 3 studies with the drug. About 208 participants will continue taking iptacopan and be monitored for side e…

This study tests HBOC-201, an oxygen-carrying fluid made from cow hemoglobin, in adults with life-threatening anemia who cannot receive red blood cell transfusions. Participants have dangerously low hemoglobin levels and signs of oxygen deprivation. The goal is to see if HBOC-201…

This phase 3 study tests whether the drug luspatercept can help people with myelofibrosis-related anemia become independent of red blood cell transfusions. Participants are adults with myelofibrosis who are already taking a JAK inhibitor and need regular transfusions. The study c…

This study tests whether luspatercept works better than epoetin alfa for treating anemia in adults with a certain type of low-risk MDS who have not needed blood transfusions or prior anemia drugs. About 360 participants will receive one of the two drugs, and researchers will trac…

This study tests whether starting luspatercept (Reblozyl) at the maximum approved dose can help people with low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) go without red blood cell transfusions for at least 8 weeks. About 106 participants who currently need regular transfusions will re…

This study tests whether a package of school meals, vegetable gardens, nutrition classes, iron supplements, and deworming can reduce anemia and underweight in 1500 adolescents aged 14-17 in Tanzania. Four schools get the program, two serve as controls. Researchers will also inter…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called INCB000928, given alone or with the standard drug ruxolitinib, for people with myelofibrosis who have severe anemia or need regular blood transfusions. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the right dose, and…

This study was designed to test a radioactive drug (177Lu-PSMA-617) in men with advanced prostate cancer that has spread to the bone marrow and caused low blood cell counts. The goal was to see if the treatment was safe and how it affected the cancer. However, the study was withd…

This study tests a drug called luspatercept in 6 adults with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) or related blood cancers who have anemia. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce or eliminate the need for regular blood transfusions. Participants receive luspatercept plus…

This phase 3 study tests a drug called pacritinib against standard treatments chosen by the doctor in people with myelofibrosis who have very low platelet counts (below 50,000). The goal is to see if pacritinib can shrink the spleen and reduce symptoms like tiredness, pain, and i…

This study tests whether giving pregnant women a daily vitamin B12 supplement (50 micrograms) from early pregnancy until six months after birth helps their children grow and think better. Researchers are enrolling 800 pregnant women in Nepal who are at risk of low B12 levels. The…

This study follows 9 people with Fanconi Anemia who already received a gene therapy that adds a working FANCA gene to their blood stem cells. Researchers will check their health and blood counts for 15 years to see if the treatment remains safe and keeps working. No new treatment…

This was a planned early-stage study of a new drug called TER-1754 for people with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT), a condition that causes frequent nosebleeds and abnormal blood vessels. The trial aimed to test safety and find the right dose, but it was withdrawn bef…

This large Phase 3 trial is testing an oral drug called etavopivat in 450 people with sickle cell disease. The goal is to see if taking a pill once daily can raise hemoglobin levels and reduce the number of painful vaso-occlusive crises compared to a placebo. Participants must ha…

This study looks at whether a hormonal IUS or birth control pills with iron are better at improving anemia in women. About 405 women with mild to moderate anemia who want contraception will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods and followed for 12-18 months. The main goa…

This study tests a special treatment for red blood cells that aims to kill the Zika virus, making transfusions safer. About 692 people who need blood transfusions will receive either treated or standard blood. The goal is to see if the treated blood works just as well and is safe…

This study is testing a liposomal iron supplement with vitamin C and fiber (LISEFEX®) in 74 Mexican adults with mild to moderate iron deficiency anemia. Researchers are observing how well the supplement raises hemoglobin levels and how acceptable it is to patients. The supplement…

This study tests whether a low dose of pazopanib, a drug currently used for cancer, can reduce severe nosebleeds and improve anemia in people with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT). About 70 participants will take either the drug or a placebo daily for 24 weeks. Researc…

This study tests an oral medication called azacitidine (ONUREG) for people with a low- or intermediate-risk form of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a bone marrow disorder. About 230 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, along with standard supportive care. The g…

This phase 2 trial tests a gene therapy called RP-L102 for children with Fanconi anemia subtype A, a rare genetic disorder that leads to bone marrow failure. Doctors take the child's own blood stem cells, fix the faulty gene in a lab, and infuse the corrected cells back. The goal…

This study looks at whether storing red blood cells in a low-oxygen environment (called hypoxic storage) can improve transfusion care for adults with transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia. Participants already receiving these specially stored blood cells as part of their routine…

This expanded access program tested HBOC-201 (Hemopure), a liquid oxygen carrier made from cow hemoglobin, in adults with life-threatening anemia who cannot receive blood transfusions. The goal was to improve oxygen delivery to tissues. Participants had very low hemoglobin levels…

This study planned to test a daily pill called vadadustat for anemia in children with chronic kidney disease. It aimed to see if the pill could safely replace standard injections. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available.

This study was designed to test a once-daily pill called vadadustat for treating anemia in children with chronic kidney disease. The goal was to see if the drug could safely raise red blood cell levels without the need for injections. However, the study was withdrawn before enrol…

Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) is a rare blood disorder that can cause dangerous blood clots. Researchers want to know how often PNH appears in people under 50 who have had a stroke, mini-stroke, or brain vein clot with no clear cause. The study will screen 200 partici…

This study tests whether a smartphone app can accurately detect anemia by analyzing images of the lower eyelid. The app uses artificial intelligence to estimate hemoglobin levels without a blood draw. Researchers will compare the app's results to standard lab tests in 3,000 adult…

This study tests a small, swallowable capsule called PillSense that can detect blood in the upper digestive tract within about 10 minutes. Researchers want to see if a negative result from the capsule can safely predict that a hospitalized patient with anemia or a positive stool …

This trial tests a comprehensive school health program in 225 Zambian schools, involving trained teacher health workers, health rooms, and better sanitation. The program aims to improve children's health by providing health education, coordinating preventive care like deworming, …

This trial tests whether a single dose of an experimental antibody, L9LS, can prevent malaria in children who have just been hospitalized with severe malaria or severe anemia. These children face a high risk of getting sick again for months after leaving the hospital. The study c…

This study looks at whether taking vitamin D and fish oil supplements can reduce the risk of developing anemia in people aged 60 and older. Researchers are following 2000 participants from a larger heart-health trial who did not have anemia at the start. They will compare anemia …

This study looks at whether giving blood transfusions to patients who are anemic after leaving the intensive care unit (ICU) can help them feel less tired and recover better. About 346 adults from UK hospitals will be randomly assigned to either the usual care (transfusions only …

This study looks at whether acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) can improve sleep for adults with sickle cell disease. Participants will have weekly video chats with a coach for 8 weeks and wear a wrist device to track sleep. The goal is to see if this approach is practical a…

This study looks at how well a new iron supplement made from fish (SalmoFer®) is absorbed by the body and whether it causes stomach discomfort. About 61 women aged 21 to 42 with low iron or mild anemia will take the supplement and have their iron levels checked through blood test…

This study screens up to 10,000 people with blood disorders or healthy volunteers to see if they can safely join other active research studies at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Participants undergo clinical, imaging, and lab tests. If no suitable study is availabl…

This study creates a bank of blood, cheek cells, semen, urine, or nail clippings from up to 1,200 healthy adult volunteers. The samples are used by scientists for lab research only, such as studying immune function or developing tests. Donors are paid for their time and must be N…

This study in 140 rural secondary schools in Madagascar tests which parts of a hygiene program — new latrines and handwashing stations, peer-led sensitization, or free sanitary pad vouchers — most improve adolescent girls' learning, stress, and physical health. Researchers will m…

This study looks at how anemia changes blood flow in the smallest blood vessels (microcirculation) in patients having open surgery for gastric cancer. Researchers will compare 27 anemic patients with 27 non-anemic patients, all receiving standard goal-directed fluid therapy. They…

This study tests whether a tablet-based decision support system helps frontline health workers in India and Nepal provide better antenatal care. About 1,320 pregnant women will take part. The tool guides workers to check blood pressure, blood sugar, urine protein, and hemoglobin,…

This study follows 60 people with lower-risk myelodysplastic neoplasms (MDS) who need regular red blood cell transfusions. Over 6 months, participants use a smartphone app to answer weekly quality-of-life questions and take photos of their fingernails or eyelids. Researchers aim …

This study examines whether SGLT2 inhibitors, a type of diabetes drug, can improve red blood cell production and heart/kidney function in people with chronic heart failure. Researchers will compare blood tests, heart ultrasound measures, and clinical outcomes between 85 patients …

This study was designed to test a holistic education program for stress management in people from colonized English-speaking countries. It aimed to help with conditions like stress, PTSD, anxiety, and fatigue using pastoral counseling and self-care activities. However, the study …

This study looks at whether children with anemia take longer to recover from diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a serious diabetes complication. Researchers will review medical records of 150 children aged 1 to 18 who had DKA at one hospital. They will compare recovery times and hospit…

This study follows 100 women with breast or gynecologic cancers to see if their diet before chemotherapy is linked to levels of a protein called hepcidin, and whether hepcidin levels affect how much chemo they can receive. The goal is to understand if eating certain foods might h…

This study looks at how a program that helps families lift themselves out of poverty affects the growth and learning of children aged 0-9 in Uganda. Researchers will compare kids in families that received the program to those that did not, measuring things like height, anemia, th…

This study follows 1,304 healthy Indian adolescents aged 8–10 over time to see how their growth, bone health, and muscle development are linked to their parents' nutrition. Researchers aim to understand why malnutrition persists across generations and identify windows of opportun…