High Triglycerides Study Self-Scheduler

Basic Criteria: 

• Must be 18 years or older

• Must have very high triglycerides (at least 500 mg/dL)

• Must have BMI between 18.5 and 45 [calculate here]

• Must avoid new weight loss programs during study

• Must be available for all visits over 12 months

Answers Must Be No: 

• Have you had a heart attack, stroke, stent, bypass surgery, or serious heart problem in the last 3 months?

• Do you have severe heart failure (NYHA Class III or IV)?

• Have you had pancreatitis in the last year?

• Must avoid new weight loss programs during study. 

• Do you have familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS)?

• Do you have uncontrolled thyroid disease?

• Have you had cancer in the last 5 years (other than allowed skin or in‑situ cancers)?

• Do you have significant psychiatric conditions affecting participation?

• Have you had alcohol or drug abuse in the last 3 years?

• Do you have HIV, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C?

• Do you have severe drug allergies or prior severe hypersensitivity reactions?

• Are you pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy (if applicable)?

• Have you received gene therapy, gene editing therapy, or small interfering RNA treatments in the last 12 months?

• Have you used an investigational medication in the last 30 days?

• Have you had large recent weight changes (>5 kg in 3 months)?

• Do you have uncontrolled high blood pressure (≥180/100)?

• Have you donated blood recently (≥50 mL in last 4–8 weeks)?

• Are you unwilling to limit alcohol to moderate levels?

Answers Must Be Yes 

• Are you 18 years or older?

• Have you been told you have very high triglycerides (at least 500 mg/dL)?

• Do you have two fasting triglyceride readings ≥500 mg/dL taken at least 7 days apart?

• Is your BMI between 18.5 and 45?

• Are you willing to follow study instructions (fasting before visits, stable diet, visits every 4–6 weeks)?

• If you take lipid‑lowering medications (like statins, fibrates, omega‑3s), have you been on a stable dose for the required time?

• Are you willing to avoid new weight‑loss programs during the study?

• Are you available for all visits over about 12 months?

• Is your BMI between 18.5 and 45?

• Are you willing to follow study instructions (fasting before visits, stable diet, visits every 4–6 weeks)?

• Are you able to give informed consent?

PLEASE NOTE: Please confirm your eligibility before your appointment by calling 312-931-8883

• If you do not see an available appointment, please call 312-931-8883 for availability.

• Transportation may be available. Call 312-931-8883 

• Compensation up to $1,933 may be available for time and travel.

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