Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-25 @ 3:37 AM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-25 @ 3:37 AM
NCT ID:
NCT00004305
Brief Summary:
OBJECTIVES: I. Determine whether allelic differences associated with the fourth component of complement, type-1 complement receptor expressed on erythrocytes, and Fc receptor FcgRIII contribute to the pathogenesis of IgA glomerulonephritis (IgA-N).
II. Compare genetic anomalies of these key components in immune complex processing and clearance between juvenile vs adult onset IgA-N vs normal controls.
Detailed Description:
PROTOCOL OUTLINE:
Participants undergo qualitative genetic analysis of complement-related proteins. Studies include: genomic re-arrangement of 4-gene unit, C4 DNA sequence and RNA expression, type-1 complement receptor DNA sequence, Fc-gamma receptor IIIA isoform analysis, classical and alternative complement activation pathway assays, plasma C4 and C4d protein levels, and immunoglobulin patterns in glomerular deposits.
Study:
NCT00004305
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT00004305