Analysis of Human Tear Proteins in Children

Completed

Conditions studied: Eye Disease

In brief

The significance of our study is in the importance of understanding the quality and quantity of proteins in the human tear film, and any unique aspects of tears in children. This pilot study will provide data to plan prospective research to better delineate the utility of tear proteins in diagnosing and following disease status in a non-invasive fashion.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT00473278

Run by

University of Colorado, Denver

People needed

2

Starts

2007-01-01

Expected to finish

2009-06-01

Last updated by the study team

2013-01-30

Who can join

Age: any, up to 17. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Less than 18 years of age
• A parent or legal guardian provide written informed consent to participate
• Able to cooperate with tear sample collection, or a previously planned sedation for other medical purposes

You may not qualify if…

• Age greater than or equal to 18 years
• Patients' parents or legal guardians who refuse to sign study consent

Where it is running

• The Childrens Hospital — Denver, Colorado, United States

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