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Collection of Tissue, Blood, Urine, Hair, and Saliva for Research Related to Patients with Genitourinary Malignancies

This is a research study to collect specimens that may develop new tests that find diseases, or new ways to treat diseases.

Age & Gender

18 years ~ 99 years
Male, Female, Gender Inclusive

Visit Availability

Standard business hours (M-F, 8-5)

Location

North Carolina (Statewide)

What will be asked of you

The study involves a blood draw, collection of a urine sample and saliva. If you are already scheduled for a surgical procedure as part of your routine cancer care and extra tissue may be removed for this study.

In-person visits:
1

Total length of participation:
1 visit

Looking for Specific Volunteers

Able to participate:

You have cancer or a benign disease of the kidneys, bladder, or prostate.
You are at least 18 years old
You are willing to have blood, urine, and tumor tissue collected and stored

Not eligible if:

You are unable to complete the informed consent.
You require general anesthesia for biopsy collection.
You have a history of allergic reaction to local anesthesia or medications used for conscious sedation.
You are a woman who is currently pregnant or breastfeeding.

Contact the Team

Visit Location

Contact & Visit Location

Primary Contact

Primary Visit Location

Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
NC Cancer Hospital (Basnight)
UNC Hospitals / UNC Medical Center
101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA

Additional Study Information

Principal Investigator

Matthew Milowsky
Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center

Study Type

Clinical or Medical
Registry

Study Topics

Cancer (Bladder, Kidney, Prostate)

IRB Number

12-1691

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