DNA testing could make cancer drugs safer for kids
NCT ID NCT06744712
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study looks at how a child's genes affect the way their body processes cancer medications. By testing 130 children and young adults (up to age 26) with newly diagnosed cancer, researchers hope to find genetic differences that could help doctors choose safer and more effective drug doses. The goal is to reduce harmful side effects and improve treatment outcomes.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 130 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Sep 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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Up to 26 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Written informed consent and HIPAA authorization for release of personal health information, and assent when applicable, from the participant, parent or legal guardian. 2. Age ≤ 26 years at the time of consent. 3. Newly diagnosed with a malignancy and planning to undergo anti-cancer therapy; or bone marrow transplant candidate with a non-malignant diagnosis who has not yet undergone myeloablative conditioning regimen. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Anti-cancer therapy has already been initiated. Note: Enrollment after initiation of intrathecal chemotherapy will be allowed. 2. Previously received bone marrow transplant or planning to receive as part of initial upfront therapy for a malignant condition. 3. Prior history of tissue or organ transplant.
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Conditions
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Levine Childrens Hospital Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders
Charlotte, North Carolina, 28203, United States
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