Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (APS)

 

 

We know very little about why people develop APS. The goal of this research study is to identify genetic or environmental factors that may increase susceptibility to APS.

 

We are looking for families where an individual has APS and one or more family members also have APS. We are also looking for families where an individual has APS and one or more family members has an autoimmune disease such as lupus, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or similar disorders.

 

To participate in the study, families will be asked to agree to the following:

·        A detailed family history interview conducted over the telephone or in person.

·        Permission to review medical records related to the diagnosis of APS or other autoimmune disorders.

·        A blood sample from the individuals with APS or other autoimmune disorder, as well as any relatives (e.g., parents, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, etc.) who are willing to give blood samples.

 

For more information or to enroll your family in this research study, please contact:

Letitia Talbott

Phone 919.684-6180

E-mail: letitia.talbott@duke.edu

 

 

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