Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-24 @ 9:11 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2026-01-01 @ 9:03 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT00482404
Status:
COMPLETED
Last Update Posted:
2007-06-05
First Post:
2007-06-04
Is NOT Gene Therapy:
True
Has Adverse Events:
False
Brief Title:
Effects of Romantic Affection on Blood Chemistry and Immune Parameters
Sponsor:
Organization:
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