UW ISeqU: Clinical Impact of Whole-genome Sequencing in Adults (NCT07718971) | Clinical Trial Compass
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UW ISeqU: Clinical Impact of Whole-genome Sequencing in Adults
United States1,000 participantsStarted 2026-07-01
Plain-language summary
The goal of this study is to learn how clinical whole genome sequencing can help identify diagnoses and guide medical care in adults. The study is based on the hypothesis that genome sequencing will identify a genetic explanation in some adults whose condition has not previously been diagnosed and that some results will change medical care. The main questions it aims to answer are:
* How often does genome sequencing identify a genetic diagnosis that explains or contributes to a participant's symptoms?
* How do genetic results affect medical care and decision-making?
* Is genome sequencing feasible and acceptable to adult patients and families?
* Are there differences in access to genetic testing or diagnosis across different groups of patients?
Participants will:
* Provide a blood sample (often collected during routine care) or cheek swab for genetic testing
* Allow researchers to review their medical records
* Receive genetic results that will also be shared with their medical team
* May be asked to complete a brief survey or interview about their experience
Researchers will follow participants over time to understand how genetic testing impacts diagnosis and care.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 50 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Person has a medical condition that does not yet have a clear explanation
* Enough medical information is available within the UW Medicine system to evaluate the person's condition and interpret genetic test results
* A blood sample or cheek-swab sample can be collected for genetic testing
* The person does not already have a confirmed genetic diagnosis that fully explains their current medical condition
* The person, or their legally authorized representative when applicable, is willing and able to provide informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* The current illness has a clear non-genetic explanation, such as a traumatic injury, confirmed overdose or intoxication, or an infection that fully explains the illness
* The person previously had genetic testing specifically for the current condition or symptoms, including prior whole-exome or whole-genome sequencing
* The person is currently incarcerated.
* The person has had a donor stem cell, bone marrow transplant or active blood cancer that makes a sample unsuitable for testing their inherited genetic information
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
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Diagnostic Yield of Clinical Genome Sequencing
Timeframe: Through study completion, an average of 3 years