Genetic Basis of Melanocytic Nevi
Study Details
Study Description
Brief Summary
The objective of this protocol is to further elucidate the genetic mutations that drive melanocytic nevi (benign melanocytic neoplasms, moles). This will be performed by whole genome, whole exome, or targeted sequencing of de-identified specimens.
Herein, the investigators plan to isolate DNA from de-identified skin biopsy specimens and blood samples:
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From melanocytic nevi collected by skin biopsy (a shave or punch biopsy). A part of the tissue will be submitted for routine diagnostic dermatopathology and investigational histomorphologic and immunohistochemical analysis.
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From corresponding normal tissue (blood). DNA isolated from blood will be used as a normal control when analyzing sequencing data to identify somatic mutations in lesional tissue.
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Study Design
Outcome Measures
Primary Outcome Measures
- Genome Wide Mutation Analysis [Feb 2017 - December 2018]
Will be performing genome wide mutation analysis to quantify the number of mutations.
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Inclusion criteria:
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Male or female subjects that are 18 years or older
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Subjects with melanocytic nevi\
Exclusion criteria:
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Patients less than 18 years of age
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Patients without melanocytic nevi
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Patients with a bleeding disorder or are taking anticoagulation medication
Contacts and Locations
Locations
Site | City | State | Country | Postal Code | |
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1 | University of California-Davis, Department of Dermatology | Sacramento | California | United States | 95816 |
Sponsors and Collaborators
- University of California, Davis
Investigators
None specified.Study Documents (Full-Text)
None provided.More Information
Publications
None provided.- 960347