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Exploring Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) Technologies for Assessment of Muscle Physiology, Tissue Oxygenation, and Blood Flow in Patients with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health are investigating the role of Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) technologies as a monitoring tool for measuring oxygen levels, blood flow, and the make-up of skin and muscle in patients with sickle cell disease (SCD). In this study, researchers will compare NIRS measurements in people with and without SCD.
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Characterization of Tissue-Specific Immune Responses to Bronchoscopic Instillation of Mycobacterial Antigens into the Human Lung
Researchers at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, are conducting a study to evaluate the airway immunity in adults with a positive TB skin or blood test. With this study, researchers hope to discover better prevention and treatments for TB.
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Characterization of Tissue-Specific Immune Responses to Bronchoscopic Instillation of Mycobacterial Antigens into the Human Lung (En español)
Researchers at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, are conducting a study to evaluate the airway immunity in adults with a positive TB skin or blood test. With this study, researchers hope to discover better prevention and treatments for TB. (En español)
Double-blind Placebo Controlled Study to Evaluate the Effect of NAD+ Boosting with Nicotinamide Riboside on Immunometabolism and Immunity in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) creates an imbalance in the innate immune system responsible for chronic inflammation. A study at NHLBI is looking into a Vitamin B supplement, nicotinamide riboside (NR), to see if it improves immune system function in people with SLE. People with SLE will be asked to take the supplement or placebo for 12 weeks. Healthy control subjects will be enrolled to compare baseline blood results but will not take the supplement.
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Dietary Behavior Intervention
The risk of heart disease among African Americans is still common despite a greater understanding of the disease and better approaches to managing it. Healthy cooking and eating patterns can help reduce the risk of heart disease. But things like access to grocery stores and knowledge of good nutrition can affect these healthy patterns. Researchers at The National Institutes of Health want to see if community-based programs can help.
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Studies of the Natural History of Sickle Cell Disease
The research study aims to enhance the understanding of SCD and its associated complications by investigating the relationship between the disease and specific variations of certain genes. If you have SCD, your participation in this study is highly valuable. By participating, you will undergo an evaluation and receive recommendations from a team experienced in the treatment and management of SCD.