Study to Investigate Genetic Causes of Severe Early Childhood Onset Obesity.

🩺 Protocol Summary

This study aims to investigate genetic causes of early childhood obesity. The investigators will enroll children and adults with severe early onset obesity (BMI \> 99th percentile) diagnosed prior to 6 years of age. The investigators will ask questions about the health and eating behavior of the participants, and perform a brief physical examination. The investigators will collect saliva or blood to perform genetic testing from the participants and invite family members to enroll in the study.

Primary Research Facility: Boston Children's Hospital (Boston, Massachusetts)

Review these 3 basic logistical and protocol criteria extracted from the public NIH record. (This is a preliminary logistical checklist, not an official clinical eligibility determination).

📍 Primary Site Map

Site: Boston Children's Hospital — Boston, Massachusetts

This protocol is enrolling participants across multiple clinical centers:

💰 Clinical Trial Costs & Insurance Coverage

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💡 Always ask the study coordinator for the trial's official Informed Consent Form, which outlines all sponsor-funded research items versus procedures billed to your insurance.