๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-05-08

Core Biopsies for Establishing a Breast Tumor Tissue Repository (NCT02250352)

Core Biopsies of Breast Tumor Tissue Repository

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Interventional Protocol ๐Ÿ“Š Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: University of Southern California

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This research trial establishes a breast tumor tissue repository from core biopsies. Collecting breast tissue from core biopsies may allow doctors to learn more about the biology of breast cancer and to analyze proteins, genes, and other components of tumor cells. It may also allow doctors to conduct future studies to help understand how breast cancer grows and how it responds to different types of therapy. This will help doctors develop better breast cancer therapies and better tests to help make treatment decisions.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center โ€” Los Angeles, California

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • cytology specimen collection procedure (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center โ€” Los Angeles, California

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (323) 865-0463

Email: zeno.ashai@med.usc.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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