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2025-12-24 @ 11:45 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-25 @ 9:38 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06952751
Status:
RECRUITING
Last Update Posted:
2025-08-15
First Post:
2025-04-23
Is NOT Gene Therapy:
False
Has Adverse Events:
False
Brief Title:
Optimization of the Isolation Protocol for Extracellular Vesicles (EVs) From Human Follicular Fluid
Sponsor:
University Hospital, Ghent
Organization:
Study Overview
Official Title:
Optimization of the Isolation Protocol for Extracellular Vesicles (EVs) From Human Follicular Fluid
Status:
RECRUITING
Status Verified Date:
2025-08
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
False
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
Background: Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are membrane-bound vesicles found in all biological fluids, containing various regulatory molecules, including microRNAs (miRNAs). It has been suggested that the EVs in human follicular fluid (the fluid surrounding the oocyte within the ovary) play a crucial role in oocyte development through these miRNAs. However, several methods exist for isolating these EVs from follicular fluid. Before further research can be conducted on the pathophysiology and potential diagnostic and therapeutic applications of these EVs and their content, the optimal isolation technique must be determined for future studies.
Each method has its advantages and disadvantages, and the purity and efficiency may vary between species and different biological fluids. There are only a limited number of studies comparing the various techniques for application in human follicular fluid.
Objective: This study will compare the three most commonly used techniques for isolating EVs: size-based, sedimentation-based (differential ultracentrifugation), and buoyancy-based isolation techniques.
Methodology:
In this prospective study, follicular fluid will be collected from four patients undergoing transvaginal oocyte retrieval following ovarian stimulation at Ghent University Hospital. Patients over 40 years of age or with endometriosis, adenomyosis, or PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) will not be included in this study. During the oocyte retrieval procedure, follicular fluid will be collected from 2-4 oocytes per patient. Since follicular fluid is not used in the patient's treatment (residual material), it does not affect the treatment.
After collection, the three isolation techniques will be applied to each sample. The techniques will be compared in terms of purity (absence of contamination) and efficiency (EV concentration) using transmission electron microscopy, nanoparticle tracking analysis, and western blotting.
Each method has its advantages and disadvantages, and the purity and efficiency may vary between species and different biological fluids. There are only a limited number of studies comparing the various techniques for application in human follicular fluid.
Objective: This study will compare the three most commonly used techniques for isolating EVs: size-based, sedimentation-based (differential ultracentrifugation), and buoyancy-based isolation techniques.
Methodology:
In this prospective study, follicular fluid will be collected from four patients undergoing transvaginal oocyte retrieval following ovarian stimulation at Ghent University Hospital. Patients over 40 years of age or with endometriosis, adenomyosis, or PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) will not be included in this study. During the oocyte retrieval procedure, follicular fluid will be collected from 2-4 oocytes per patient. Since follicular fluid is not used in the patient's treatment (residual material), it does not affect the treatment.
After collection, the three isolation techniques will be applied to each sample. The techniques will be compared in terms of purity (absence of contamination) and efficiency (EV concentration) using transmission electron microscopy, nanoparticle tracking analysis, and western blotting.
Detailed Description:
None
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
False
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
False
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
False
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
False
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?:
Secondary ID Infos
| Secondary ID | Type | Domain | Link | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G096624N | OTHER_GRANT | FWO | View |