Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis and the Immune System

Trial Objective

Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis and the Immune System The goal of this study is to learn more about how some white blood cells cause the inflammation associated with Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, a lung disorder caused by inhaled dust, fungus, molds or chemicals. By better understanding this lung disorder at a cellular level, researchers can identify new treatments and medications.

Enrollment

This trial is active and currently recruiting.

Who Can Participate

Adults 18 to 80 years of age who have hypersensitivity pneumonitis, but have not been on any treatment for at least three months and have not smoked cigarettes or marijuana in the last six months.

Age: 18-80 Gender: Any Gender

Estimated Time Commitment

Approximately 9 hours over 3 study visits

The first visit takes about one hour. The second visit takes approximately four hours and includes testing. The third visit takes approximately four hours and includes additional testing.