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Use of Nasal Epithelial Cells and Blood Lymphocytes to Identify Markers for Cystic Fibrosis and Cystic Fibrosis Pulmonary Exacerbations
In Brief
An observational study evaluating epithelial cells and blood lymphocyte extraction for Cystic Fibrosis. Completed, enrolled 59 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Study Hypothesis: We hypothesize that cellular markers from nasal epithelial cells and blood lymphocytes can serve as potential biomarkers reflect the underlying inflammatory state of the lung and will be helpful in determining the presence of a CF pulmonary exacerbation and its overall severity.
Study Details
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Interventions
Nasal curettage will be performed from each nostril to obtain nasal epithelial cells. Venipuncture will be performed and up to 60-ml of blood will be obtained from which neutrophils will be isolated.