Single cell genomics of circulating myeloid cells (High cholesterol)
Monocyte Project (High cholesterol)
Sponsor: National Institute of General Medical Sciences NIH
Enrolling: Male and Female Patients
Study Length: 1 Days
Clinic Visits: 1
IRB Number: AAAR5004
Contact: Moises Martinez: 212-305-4753 / mm4512@cumc.columbia.edu
Additional Study Information: We are doing this research study to learn more about human blood cells called monocytes.Currently, there are several well-documented types of monocytes, each having unique roles in ourimmune system and in heart and vascular diseases. This study will examine the genetic make-up ofmonocytes to identify new and unique subsets across different cardiovascular (CV) risk states, including Type II Diabetes (DM2), tobacco smoking, and high cholesterol. We are seeking to understand if some types of monocytes are more prevalent within specific cardiovascular risk states than others. This may serve to help people with cardiovascular or metabolic disease in the future by understanding precisely which monocyte cell type are involved and developing treatments based on this new knowledge. Our study addresses a major knowledge gap by examining and defining the landscape of human monocyte subpopulations and their relationship to specific cardiovascular risk states. Participants will complete a detailed health questionnaire, brief physical exam (height, weight, blood pressure), and provide blood and urine samples during one visit to Columbia University Medical Center. Compensation of $50 is provided after the visit is completed.
This study is closed
Investigator
Muredach Reilly, MD
Do You Qualify?
In the past year, has your physician told you that your LDL cholesterol is over 160? Yes No
Are you currently taking a statin? atorvastatin (Lipitor), fluvastatin (Lescol), Crestor? Yes No
Are you otherwise generally healthy and without cardiovascular or renal disease? Yes No
Do you smoke cigarettes? Yes No
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For more information, please contact:
Moises Martinez
mm4512@cumc.columbia.edu
212-305-4753