Body fat, (adipose tissue), is an important organ that is linked to overall metabolic health. Researchers at The Rockefeller University are studying how fat metabolism may be affected in people who previously received radiation to the pelvis/abdomen to treat a pelvic cancer (compared to people who did not receive radiation).
You may be eligible if you:
Are between 18-99 years old
Previously received radiation treatment to the abdomen or pelvis for any of the following cancers: prostate, cervical, endometrial, anal, rectal
Have a BMI between 18.5-29.9 (https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmicalc.htm)
Are not HIV positive
Do not have diabetes
Do not have high cholesterol
Have not used NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) or steroids in recent weeks.
Participation includes:
1 Screening phone call
2 clinic visits to sign consent forms, provide medical history, check of vital signs, blood draw, complete Bod Pod assessment
Compensation provided.
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