Have you or someone you know ever had Hepatitis B? (Upper East Side)
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Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a significant cause of liver-related illnesses, including chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. Despite antiviral treatments, few people reach a sustained cure. Researchers at The Rockefeller University are seeking to understand how white blood cells respond to HBV with the goal of finding new ways to control the virus which could lead to new or improved treatments.
You may be eligible if you:
-Are between the ages of 18-75
-Are currently infected with Hep B or have an acute, resolved infection OR have been diagnosed with Hep B-related liver cancer
-Do not have Hepatitis C or D
-Do not have HIV
-Are not pregnant or lactating
Participation includes:
1 screening phone call
1 screening visit: Informed consent, take medical history, blood draw, urine pregnancy test
2 more clinic visits over the course of 1 year for blood work and medical history update
Compensation is provided.
For more information, please contact the recruitment office at 1-800-RUCARES ( show contact info
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