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N/A N=133

Genetic and Biochemical Markers of Interferon-Induced Depression.

Depression

Enrolled (actual)
133
Serious AEs
0.8%
Results posted
Dec 2014
Primary outcome: Primary: Phenotype and Genotype Based on Presence of Interferon Induced MDD. — 19; 114 participants — p=>0.05

Study Design & Population

Study type
Observational
Phase
N/A
Interventions
Age
Adult, Older Adult · 18+ yrs
Sex
All
Sponsor
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Primary completion
Sep 2009

Outcome Measures

OutcomeResultp-value
PRIMARY
Phenotype and Genotype Based on Presence of Interferon Induced MDD.
19; 114 >0.05

Summary

The purpose of this study is to identify predictors and associated biochemical markers of interferon-induced depression. It is hypothesized that genetic variation in genes related to the serotonergic system may predict vulnerability to interferon-induced depression.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

  • Serum positive for hepatitis C
  • Age 18 or older
  • Not pregnant and using adequate contraception
  • Hepatologist-determined patient is a candidate for interferon therapy
  • Written/signed informed consent specific for this protocol has been obtained prior to entry

Exclusion Criteria

  • Diagnosis of active: depression, psychotic symptoms, or bipolar disorder (or history of bipolar disorder) during the previous 3 months
  • On antidepressant medications for any reason
  • Currently abusing any substances such as alcohol or intravenous drugs, or having abused in the past 6 months.
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Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT00252538). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication.

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