Vitamin A, Its Receptors and Asthma

May 3, 2012 updated by: Selina Gierer, D.O., University of Kansas

Vitamin A, Its Receptors and Asthma: Vitamin A Levels in Serum and Expression and Responsiveness of Vitamin A Receptors in Circulating Mononuclear Cells of Asthmatics

We wish to understand the association of Vitamin A serum levels and Vitamin A receptor number and responsiveness in asthmatics. We believe that Vitamin A receptors may be less prevalent in asthmatics and their responsiveness decreased.

Study Overview

Status

Withdrawn

Conditions

Detailed Description

We wish to define the association of asthma, vitamin A serum levels and vitamin A receptor number and responsiveness on circulating mononuclear cells. Asthma is a complex, heterogenous and often debilitating and potentially deadly disease. The causes for asthma are many, with susceptibility and resistance to treatment is poorly understood. Ultimately, looking at this disease from another angle such as the role of Vitamin A and/or receptors can help us learn more about the pathophysiology and treatment of asthma.

Study Type

Observational

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • United States
    • Kansas
      • Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66160
        • University of Kansas Medical Center

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

18 years to 64 years (Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Male or female Age 18-64

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patients with previously diagnosed asthma on inhaled corticosteroids, systemic steroids and/or long acting beta agonist (for a period of 6 mo to 5 years)
  • Age 18-64
  • Male or female

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Children under age 18
  • Adults 65 or older
  • Patients with COPD

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
1
2

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Retinol levels in blood, flow cytometric study of the RXRRAR receptors before and after addition of ATRA, 9-cis-RA and steroid
Time Frame: 2-4 weeks after blood sample drawn
2-4 weeks after blood sample drawn

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

University of Kansas

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Daniel Stechschulte, MD, University of Kansas Medical Center

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start

May 1, 2008

Primary Completion (Anticipated)

December 1, 2012

Study Completion (Anticipated)

December 1, 2012

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

February 26, 2008

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

February 26, 2008

First Posted (Estimate)

March 5, 2008

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

May 7, 2012

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

May 3, 2012

Last Verified

May 1, 2012

More Information

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Keywords

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Other Study ID Numbers

  • 11213

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