Characterizing Matrix Metalloproteinase-12 (MMP12) in Sputum (NCT04761393)
Characterizing Mmp12 In Sputum And Its Relationship To Emphysema And Inflammatory Endotypes
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The hypothesis is that in patients with emphysema, a high MMP12 sputum and/or blood level correlates with airspace enlargement and with increased sputum Th2 immune biomarkers.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health, St. Joseph's Healthcare — Hamilton, Ontario
Age range: 40 Years to 85 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Hyperpolarized 129Xe (Xenon) diffusion-weighted MRI (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)
- Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health, St. Joseph's Healthcare — Hamilton, Ontario
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (905) 522-1155
Email: svennins@mcmaster.ca
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.