A Study of Biomarkers to Distinguish Benign from Cancerous Thyroid Tumors

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to evaluate microRNA biomarkers in the blood and fine-needle aspirate biopsies of thyroid nodules to determine their usefullness in pre-operative diagnosis, in particular to distinguish benign from cancerous thyroid nodules.

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

  • Palpable thyroid nodules suspicious for thyroid neoplasm
  • Selected to undergo fine needle biopsy for cytologic diagnosis
  • Males or females 
  • Age 18 years or older

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

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Norman Eberhardt, Ph.D.

Closed for enrollment

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CLS-20312133

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