A Study to Screen Mothers for Metabolic Problems and Compare Treatment with Alternative Vitamin/Mineral Supplement
Overview
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Study type
InterventionalDescribes the nature of a clinical study. Types include:
- Observational study — observes people and measures outcomes without affecting results.
- Interventional study (clinical trial) — studies new tests, treatments, drugs, surgical procedures or devices.
- Medical records research — uses historical information collected from medical records of large groups of people to study how diseases progress and which treatments and surgeries work best.
Study IDs
Site IRB
- Scottsdale/Phoenix, Arizona: 15-006909
Sponsor Protocol Number: 15-006909
About this study
The purpose of this study is to screen mothers of young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders for metabolic problems, and find if it can be treated with a vitamin/mineral supplement with a different form of folic acid and more B12. These mothers will also be compared to the same number of mothers of normal children for the same metabolic markers.
Participation eligibility
Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Mother of a child ages 2-5 years old.
- Child has Autism Spectrum Disorder or has normal neurological and physical development.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Currently taking a vitamin/mineral supplement containing folic acid and/or vitamin B12.
- Pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the next six months.
Participating Mayo Clinic locations
Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.
| Mayo Clinic Location |
Status |
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Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.
Mayo Clinic principal investigator Bryan Woodruff, M.D. |
Closed for enrollment |
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