Genetics of Obesity in Chinese Youngs

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age14-30
SponsorShanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

About this trial

The purpose of this study is to explore the pathogenesis and genetic susceptibility of obese subjects,providing a convincing argument for further treatment of obesity and metabolic syndrome.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

body mass index (BMI)≥ 30kg/m2

predominantly east China to minimize population stratification

willing and able to provide informed consent

Disqualifiers

pregnancy/lactation

Cushing syndrome

Hypothyroidism

obesity caused by pituitary and hypothalamic lesions

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Not listed

Trial groups

8,000 Participants
are grouped into 2 trial groups