Collection of Human Tissue Samples From the Neck Region for Characterization of Its Molecular and Biochemical Signatures



Status:Recruiting
Conditions:Obesity Weight Loss
Therapuetic Areas:Endocrinology
Healthy:No
Age Range:18 - Any
Updated:2/24/2018
Start Date:November 2014
End Date:September 2019
Contact:Lauren Sparks
Email:tri@flhosp.org
Phone:407-303-7352

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Trial Summary
Trial Overview
Inclusion Criteria
The purpose of the study is to gather tissue (from the neck region), specimens (blood and
urine) and medical record data from many patients and store them in one place so that
scientists have the information they need to conduct research and learn about new ways to
predict, identify and treat illness, specifically those related to obesity and diabetes.

This protocol is designed to actively collect biospecimens (specifically, tissue from the
neck region) and clinical data for donation to the TRI-MD, specifically, Dr. Sparks'
laboratory. These specimens and data will be available to Dr. Sparks for future research
activity in accordance with the Florida Hospital and Translational Research Institute for
Metabolism and Diabetes (TRI) policies.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Adults aged 18 and older presenting for surgery in the neck area

- Able to provide informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

- Unable to provide informed consent
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Translational Research Institute for Metabolism and Diabetes
Orlando, Florida 32804
Principal Investigator: Lauren Sparks, PhD
Phone: 407-303-7352
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