THC study reveals immune gene changes in HIV patients
NCT ID NCT04920539
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how a single dose of THC (the active ingredient in cannabis) changes immune-related genes and proteins in the blood. Researchers compared 56 adults with and without HIV to see if the effects differ. The goal was to understand THC's impact on the immune system, not to treat or cure HIV.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Phase 1
The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.
- Participants
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56 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Feb 2022
- Finished
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Dec 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria (HIV-infected group): * HIV-positive * Good medication adherence * Negative urine toxicology for drugs of abuse (including cannabis) * Good mental and physical health (other than HIV) as determined by history, psychiatric interview, collateral information, physical and laboratory examinations, ECG, and vital signs. Inclusion Criteria (HIV-uninfected group): * HIV-negative * Negative urine toxicology for drugs of abuse (including cannabis) * Good mental and physical health as determined by history, psychiatric interview, collateral information, physical and laboratory examinations, ECG, and vital signs. Exclusion Criteria (common to both groups): * Major medical conditions, e.g., myocardial infarction, hypertension, etc. * Positive pregnancy test and lactation; * Weight greater than 166 kg (365 lbs)
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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VA Connecticut Healthcare System
West Haven, Connecticut, 06516, United States
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