A Pilot Study on Vitamin D Deficiency in Subjects With Chronic Hepatitis C Compared to Healthy Volunteers
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Withdrawn
- Sponsor
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- The Vitamin D levels of the 100 subjects will be statistically analyzed as the primary variable and correlated with the rest of the variables via ANOVA and meta-analysis
Study Overview
Brief Summary
The objective of this study is to assess the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in patients with chronic Hepatitis C compared to a matched control group of healthy individuals in the Sioux Falls area. It is the hypothesis of this study that vitamin D deficiency is more common in patients with chronic Hepatitis C compared to the healthy control group.
Detailed Description
In this study, we will measure vitamin D levels in patients with chronic Hepatitis C and healthy individuals. This study will be important to assess vitamin D inadequacy in patients with chronic Hepatitis C and healthy individuals in this area.
Study Design
- Study Type
- Observational
- Observational Model
- Case Control
- Time Perspective
- Prospective
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 20 Years to 60 Years (Adult)
- Sex
- All
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Exclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
The Vitamin D levels of the 100 subjects will be statistically analyzed as the primary variable and correlated with the rest of the variables via ANOVA and meta-analysis
Time Frame: Initial clinic visit
This research study consists of a single clinic visit. After study subjects have completed the informed consent process and are determined to meet study eligibility, a blood sample will be collected. Values from these lab samples will be compared between study arms.
Secondary Outcomes
No secondary outcomes reported