Change in Antibody Levels Following SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) Vaccinations (Covid-19-Abs)

August 26, 2022 updated by: Dr. Sidney J. Stohs

Serology Testing (Antibody Levels) With Time Following SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) Vaccinations in Residents of Nursing, Extended Care, and Over-55 Communities

Limited information is available regarding the effects of various factors that may influence the duration and effectiveness of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS CoV-2) vaccinations. This virus causes Covid-19. Such factors include age, disease states, general immunocompetence, and use of various drugs. The results of this study by Southlake Diagnostics Inc. will provide base-line antibody (IgG and total) data regarding the extent to which the results from this test can be interpreted as an indication or degree of protection from infection after vaccination with one of the three authorized SARS-CoV-2 vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna or J& J), with information regarding various confounding factors. The study will include 30,000 male and female or more residents associated with over 300 nursing homes, extended care facilities and over-55 communities as well as staff associated with these facilities. Demographic data of the subjects including characteristics, and medical histories including concomitant medications and disease states/conditions will be collected and submitted to Southlake Diagnostics for analysis via the REDCap platform (described below). Various possible statistical correlations will be assessed.

Study Overview

Detailed Description

Subjects:

This study protocol will be registered with ClinicalTrails.gov and approval by an independent ethics committee. All subjects will be provided detailed written information concerning the trial, and will be required to give written consent to participate in the study. The investigators will collect blood samples from residents associated with over 300 nursing homes, extended care facilities and over-55 communities which have agreed to participate in the study at baseline (when available), and at 3, 6, 9 and 12 month timepoints post-vaccination with one of the three authorized SARS-CoV-2 vaccines. The plasma samples will be analyzed by Southlake Diagnostics.

The study will include up to 10,000 male and female residents of nursing homes, extended care facilities and over-55 communities as well as staff associated with these facilities. Demographic data of the subjects including characteristics, and medical histories including concomitant medications and disease states/conditions will be collected.

Blood Sample Collection:

A standard operating procedure (SOP) has been developed by Southlake Diagnostics to establish a standardized procedure for establishing a safe and appropriate location and method for obtaining human blood samples. This SOP incorporates regulations and recommendations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act (29 CFR 1910.1030). Blood draws conducted by Southlake Diagnostics personnel will abide by this SOP.

The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, (29 CFR 1910.1030) defines the required usage of Safety Engineered Sharps Devices for any clinical research (including blood draws and injections). All personnel conducting human blood draws are required to use Safety Engineered Sharps Devices.

Personnel conducting blood draws are required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). The Clinical Operations team is responsible for verifying that laboratory personnel performing blood draws have appropriate training and experience in conducting human blood sampling.

Blood samples will be drawn from an appropriate vein as the median cubital vein. Blood samples of 3.0 ml will be collected in BD Vacutainer blood collection tubes containing lithium-heparin using 21-23 gage needles. The blood samples will be packed in biohazard, plastic leak-proof bags, and transported in insulated containers with cold packs to ensure the integrity of the samples, as necessary. Plasma will be prepared by centrifugation. Plasma samples will be stored at 2-8°C if not tested within 8 hours, and frozen if not tested within 14 days.

Analytical Methods:

IgG antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in human plasma (lithium-heparin) will be determined using the Siemen's Atellica® IM SARS-CoV-2 IgG (sCOVG) assay (EUA Number: EUA202669) which is a chemiluminescent immunoassay intended for qualitative and semi-quantitative detection of IgG antibodies using the Atellica® IM Analyzer [1]. This SARS-CoV-2 IgG assay specifically detects IgG antibodies to the S1 receptor binding domain (RBD) antigen. IgG antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 are generally detectable in blood several days after initial infection or vaccination. The duration of time antibodies is present post-vaccination is not well characterized. The test will give an indication of the level of immunity that is provided by a vaccine for the SARS-CoV-2 virus which causes COVID-19.

The Atellica IM sCOVG assay is a fully automated 2 step sandwich immunoassay using indirect chemiluminescent technology. A direct relationship exists between the amount of SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibody present in a patient plasma sample and the amount of relative chemiluminescent light units (RLUs) detected by the system. Preparing master curves and performing calibrations of the system will be performed according to manufacturing instructions.

Results of the IgG antibody test are expressed as index values with an analytical measuring interval of 0.50-150.00 Index units. Plasma samples with index values >150 will be diluted and retested. Index values <1.00 will be considered negative (non-reactive) while values >1.00 will be considered positive (reactive) [1].

Total (IgM + IgG) antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in human plasma (lithium-heparin) will be determined using the Siemen's Atellica® IM SARS-CoV-2 Total (COV2T) assay which is a chemiluminescent immunoassay intended for qualitative detection of total antibodies using the using the Atellica® IM Analyzer[1].

The Atellica IM COV2T assay is an automated immunoassay using indirect chemiluminescent technology [1]. Results of the total (IgM + IgG) antibody test are expressed as index values with an analytical measuring interval of 0.05-10.00 Index units. Index values <1.00 will be considered negative (non-reactive) while values >1.00 will be considered positive (reactive) [1]

[1]. https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us/laboratory-diagnostics/assays-by-diseases-conditions/infectious-disease-assays/sars-cov-2-igg-assay

Data Management:

Demographic data of the subjects including characteristics, and medical histories including concomitant medications and disease states/conditions will be provided for each subject by the respective residence and inputted into the REDCap cloud platform (described below) by data input specialists employed by Southlake Diagnostics. Data entry will be checked by a second specialist for accuracy of entry. Standardized and approved terminology will be used for all entry parameters as height, weight, age, drug names, and disease states to ensure consistency of data entry. Data entry will be reviewed for accuracy of entry and validation by the Co-Principal Investigator (Dr. Robert Newton) who is responsible for this function, and the Principal Investigator.

Statistical Methods:

The laboratory will provide the certified statistician with a spread sheet of the data which will be sorted and analyzed as a whole and according to various parameters as gender, age groups, known disease states and immunocompetencies, physical characteristics and time after vaccination using a REDCap Cloud platform (www.redcapcloud.com/). This platform is advanced, compliant software for the management of all types of data associated with clinical studies. The system is Medical Dictionary for Regulatory Activities (MEdDRA) terminology certified, Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium (CDISC) compliant, and International Standards Organization (ISO) 27001 certified. The data will be sorted and analyzed for statistical significance and trends using various computer programs associated with the platform.

Information regarding overall duration and rate of decline of antibody levels as a function of time post-vaccination as well as the effects of confounding factors on antibody levels as a function of time will be determined. Information regarding antibody levels (IgG and total) and Covid-19 infection or reinfection, and approximate time at which a booster shot may be required will also be obtained relative to antibody levels. The large number of subjects in the overall study should enable statistical associations to be made between antibody levels and various potentially confounding and influencing factors. The data will be reviewed by the Principal Investigator and Co-PIs.

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Anticipated)

10000

Contacts and Locations

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

Study Contact

Study Contact Backup

  • Name: William Kraemer, Ph.D.
  • Phone Number: 1-860-208-5189
  • Email: kraemer@osu.edu

Study Locations

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

55 years and older (ADULT, OLDER_ADULT)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

N/A

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Residents and staff associated with nursing homes, extended care facilities and over-55 communities

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Male and female subjects of age 55 and above
  • Has given voluntary, written, informed consent to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Individuals who are unable to give informed consent.

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
Intervention / Treatment
SARS-CoV-2 Antibody Levels
This is a single arm study by Southlake Diagnostics Inc. whereby changes in plasma antibody levels (IgG and total) are determined over 12 months on individuals residing in over 300 associated nursing homes, extended care facilities and over-55 residences following vaccination with one of the authorized SARS-CoV-2 vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna or J &J). No interventions are involved. The investigators are not responsible for administering the vaccines or determining subject eligibility or willingness to receive the vaccine. Blood samples will be drawn and plasma IgG and total antibodies will be determined at baseline, 3, 6, 9 and 12 months post-vaccination.
Changes in plasma antibody levels over 12 months will be determine post-vaccination with one of the authorized SARS-CoV-2 vaccines.
Other Names:
  • No other names apply

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Changes in Plasma Antibody Levels with Time Following SARS-CoV-2 Vaccinations
Time Frame: Changes determined over 12 months (at baseline, 3,6, 9 and 12 months)
Determination of plasma IgG and total (IgG + IgM) antibody levels with time
Changes determined over 12 months (at baseline, 3,6, 9 and 12 months)

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Plasma Antibody Levels and Confounding Factors
Time Frame: Factors affecting changes over 12 months (determinations at baseline, 3,6, 9 and 12 months)
A determination of whether factors as age, known immunocompetence, use of specific drugs, and specific disease states impact changes in plasma antibody levels over the 12 months of the study.
Factors affecting changes over 12 months (determinations at baseline, 3,6, 9 and 12 months)

Collaborators and Investigators

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

Publications and helpful links

The person responsible for entering information about the study voluntarily provides these publications. These may be about anything related to the study.

General Publications

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (ACTUAL)

August 10, 2021

Primary Completion (ANTICIPATED)

August 9, 2024

Study Completion (ANTICIPATED)

December 31, 2024

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

June 24, 2021

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

June 25, 2021

First Posted (ACTUAL)

June 29, 2021

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (ACTUAL)

August 29, 2022

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

August 26, 2022

Last Verified

August 1, 2022

More Information

Terms related to this study

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

YES

IPD Plan Description

A plan is being developed whereby all IPD that is involved in publications will be shared with other investigators.

IPD Sharing Time Frame

Data regarding results associated with each of the three authorized vaccines will be shared upon completion of the study with other investigators and with their respective manufacturers. If the investigators determine that significant interim results may be of value and contribute to overall healthcare, for example to determine potential timing of booster vaccinations, this information will be made available to appropriate parties prior to publication.

IPD Sharing Access Criteria

Governmental agencies as the Center for Disease Control, vaccine manufacturers, investigators with a track record in this area, and investigators with background deemed appropriate by the Principal and Co-Principal Investigators.

IPD Sharing Supporting Information Type

  • STUDY_PROTOCOL
  • SAP
  • ICF
  • ANALYTIC_CODE
  • CSR

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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