CompletedNot Applicable

Identifying Molecular Determinants of Infertility in Men (MODIFY)

Singapore100 participantsStarted 2023-10-11

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this study is to understand the underlying mechanisms of infertility caused by unknown factors. The investigator propose to identify small non-coding RNA (sncRNA) biomarkers of infertility and advance towards developing a more accurate and robust approach for infertility diagnosis.

Who can participate

Age range

21 Years – 50 Years

Sex

MALE

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Inclusion Criteria * Male, aged 21 - 50 years old * Proficient in English language * Willing to comply to study protocol * Able to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria * Current and/or previous diagnosis of Tuberculosis, Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDs), and other sexually transmitted diseases * Experiencing severely limited mobility (eg. Wheelchair bound, need walking aid) * Diagnosed with severe unstable mental conditions (eg. Dementia, or cognitive impairment) * Alcohol or drug abuse

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.

Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Semen/Sperm quantity analysis

Timeframe: 1 week

Semen/Sperm quality analysis

Timeframe: 1 week

Fertility classification

Timeframe: 1 week

Sperm RNA extraction and sequencing

Timeframe: 3 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06147700

SponsorInstitute for Human Development and Potential (IHDP), Singapore

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2024-06-30

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Who can participate

Age range

21 Years – 50 Years

Sex

MALE

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.