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Implementation of Onsite Rapid CYP2C19 Assay for Genotype Guided Dual Antiplatelet Therapy After Acute Ischemic Stroke

Recruitingn/aAges 18 Years - anyAllUniversity of Virginia
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The goal of this observational study is to use a genetic test to help doctors prescribe the most effective medications after a patient has a stroke. One type of stroke is caused by a blood clot in brain vessels. After a patient has this kind of stroke, they are often given a combination of two blood thinners to prevent it from happening again. One of these blood thinners, called clopidogrel, is less effective in some people due to differences in their DNA. Clopidogrel needs to be activated by a specific enzyme in the body known as CYP2C19. This enzyme does not work as well if there are variations in the section of DNA that tells the body how to make CYP2C19. It can be predicted who has less CYP2C19 enzyme activity with a genetic test. If these patients are given a different blood thinner, it can reduce their risk of another stroke compared to if they are given clopidogrel. The main ques

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Men and women at least 18 years of age * Presenting with symptoms of acute ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack and without contraindications to dual antiplatelet therapy at time of clinical research coordinator screening * Presenting within 24 of symptom onset; or, within 24-96 hours of symptom onset IF planned to receive or already on dual antiplatelet therapy Exclusion Criteria: * Receiving therapeutic anticoagulation or clear indication for initiation of anticoagulation after event (e.g., known atrial fibrillation) * History of allogeneic bone marrow transplant * History of liver transplant * Subject who is unable to consent and does not have a surrogate available to consent on their behalf
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What it tests

  • CYP2C19 Genotype
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Where

1 site
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, United States
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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