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Using New Tumor Markers in Blood (POMC, ACTH, and AgRP) to Diagnose and Track Cushing's Syndrome and Other Neuroendocrine Tumors

Condition: Endocrine & Metabolic Disease / Cushing's Disease
Investigator: Amanda Tsang
Status: Closed
The purpose of this study is to determine if measuring blood levels of proteins called POMC, AgRP, and chromogrannin A (CGA) can be used to diagnose and track tumor growth and recurrence in patients that have ACTH-dependent Cushing's syndrome, non-secreting pituitary tumors, and other neuroendocrine tumors. We invite you to…
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Lowering Insulin to Decrease Liver Fat Production

Condition: Endocrine & Metabolic Disease
Investigator: Joshua Cook, MD, PhD
Status: Currently Recruiting
We are conducting a research study on the effect of high insulin levels on the buildup of excessive liver fat ("fatty liver disease") in people at risk for type 2 diabetes. We are seeking adult volunteers, ages 18-65, who have obesity with a body mass index of 30-45, and have been diagnosed with, or are at risk for,…
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Insulin Action in Psoriasis

Condition: Hair and Skin Disorders
Investigator: Joshua Cook, MD, PhD
Status: Currently Recruiting
We are conducting a research study on how psoriasis might be caused or worsened by high levels of the blood sugar-lowering hormone insulin. We are seeking people with plaque psoriasis, ages 18-65, who are overweight or obese with a body mass index of 25-35. Participants will have…
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Ectopic fat in PCOS

Condition: Endocrine & Metabolic Disease
Investigator: Aviva Sopher, MD, MS
Status: Closed
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common disorder. Young women with PCOS have irregular or absence of menstruation and excessive acne and or hair on their bodies. They may have multiple cysts on their ovaries. Adolescents and women affected with PCOS are at risk of developing abnormalities in their blood including…
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