Somatic Mutation in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Overview

About this study

The purpose of the study is to determine whether somatic mutations in T cells contribute to the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

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:

  • Diagnosis of seropositive rheumatoid arthritis (either Rheumatoid factor or anti-CCP positive).
  • Age-matched Healthy Controls.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Chronic active viral infection.
  • History of chemo/radiotherapy.
  • History of cancer.
  • Other autoimmune disease.
  • Pregnancy.

Eligibility last updated 3/23/22. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

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 Contact

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Jorg Goronzy, M.D., Ph.D.

Open for enrollment

Contact information:

Patricia Kennedy

(507) 266-1986

Kennedy.Patricia1@mayo.edu

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Publications

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