🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-08-04
Microbiome and Immunosuppression: The Mission Study (NCT04953715)
🔵 Active, Not Recruiting Interventional Protocol 📊 Observational Clinical Research Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The purpose of this research is to study immunosuppression drugs, certain foods, and how they can change the microbiome (the natural microorganisms inside the body) of the individual taking the immunosuppressive medications. The study team wants to study how the microbiome affects how the body processes the transplant medication.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, Minnesota
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- collection of body microbiome (OTHER)
📋 "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 (2 Sites)
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, Minnesota
- HCMC — Minneapolis, Minnesota
💰 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.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.