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Skin pigmentation and vitamin D status
| Principal Investigator: | Andrew F. Alexis, MD, MPH | |
| Co-principal Investigator: | Vincent Deleo, MD and Marcelyn Coley, MD | |
| Time frame of study: | April 2010- April 2011 | |
| Time frame of participation: | 1 Day | |
| Number of participants needed: | 125 | |
| Clinical Area this Study Falls Under | Dermatology | |
| Location of Study: | St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center | |
| Contact name, number and email | Clinical Research Office (212) 523-4511 mcoley@chpnet.org |
Summary:
The department of dermatology is inviting the community to take part in a prospective study assessing vitamin D levels and skin color. The participant will complete a short questionnaire and undergo a one time blood draw to assess serum vitamin D levels, as well as investigator assessments to measure skin pigment. This will during a single visit.
Criteria
for Participation:
- Healthy adults
- 18 – 40 years of age
- Resident of New York City in the past 12 months
Benefits and/or Compensation:
- Evaluation and treatment by a board certified dermatologist
- Free vitamin D level screening