A Storage Facility for Tissues Obtained From Patients With Malignant Melanoma (NCT04567706)
Analysis of the Tumor Microenvironment and Immune Response in Malignant Melanoma
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This study collects and stores blood and tumor samples from patients with malignant melanoma and healthy individuals. The purpose of this study is to gain a better understanding of the causes of melanoma and how melanoma tumors behave. Storing blood and tumor samples for future research may lead to new discoveries that may ultimately help with diagnosing or treating this disease.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Columbus, Ohio
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Biospecimen Collection (PROCEDURE)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Columbus, Ohio
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (800) 293-5066
Email: OSUCCCClinicaltrials@osumc.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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 § 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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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.