Cardiometabolic Effects of Dipeptidyl Peptidase IV and Related Pathways

Cardiometabolic Effects of Dipeptidyl Peptidase IV and Related Pathways
Enrolling By Invitation
18-99 years
All
Phase N/A
32 participants needed
1 Location

Brief description of study

DPP4 is an enzyme that breaks down proteins that may affect blood sugar and the heart. We will recruit individuals from the Penn Biobank (cases, controls). Participants will be asked to complete a meal test, DXA, and echocardiogram with exercise. A cardiac MRI and related pilot study are optional.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions:
    heart,cardio,cardiology
  • Age: Between 18 Years - 99 Years
  • Gender: All


Updated on 09 Mar 2024. Study ID: 834482
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