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A Microbiome Biobank for Mental Health Research

Bipolar Disorder | Depression | Eating Disorder | Autism | Gut Microbiota

Bio-banking is the collection, storage, and use of human body samples and personal health information for research. It provides an important resource for mental health research locally, across Canada, and around the world.
We are currently building a biobank to collect samples such as stool, urine, and blood along with clinical information to support research in the field of gut bacteria and it's effect on mental health.

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Conditions de participation

  • Sexe:

    Male, Female, Intersex

  • Âges admissibles:

    5 and up

Critères de participation

Inclusion Criteria:
- The age of 5 years and older
- Able to read, write and speak English
- have a diagnosis of Major depression or Bipolar disorder
- Willing to provide Stool and urine samples every 6 months
Exclusion Criteria:
You are not eligible to participate if you are:
- currently taking systemic antibiotics or antifungal treatments for any active infection

Lieu de l'étude

University of Calgary
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
Canada

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University of Calgary
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ID de l'étude: REB21-0808