A Study on Gastrointestinal Transit Time at the Population Level
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- Что изучают
- В протоколе указаны: Diet.
- Кому может быть актуально
- Состояния в реестре: Gastrointestinal Transit Time. Базовые параметры: 18 лет — 65 лет · Все.
- Что важно проверить
- Возраст, диагноз и пол — только базовые ориентиры. Предыдущее лечение, анализы и другие обязательные условия указаны ниже в критериях участия.
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- Бельгия
- Следующий шаг
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Официальное название
Gastrointestinal Transit Time at the Population Level: A Cross-sectional Study
Обзор
The goal of this study is to investigate the baseline of gastrointestinal transit time (GITT) and explore its relationship with other health indicators in 932 healthy adult volunteers. The main questions it aims to answer are: What are the population-level baseline values for GITT using the blue dye method? How is GITT associated with key physiological parameters including blood metabolic markers, life style, and stool characteristics? Participants will: Consume a standardized blue dye muffin after overnight fasting at the research center; Offer a finger prock blood samples for metabolic profiling; Collect stool samples for moisture measurement; Complete detailed questionnaires on diet, lifestyle, and bowel habits; Record the time of first blue stool appearance to determine GITT.
Подробное описание
This explorative study is designed as a cross-sectional investigation aimed at establishing population-level reference values for gastrointestinal transit time (GITT). Adult participants from the general population will undergo GITT measurement using the blue-dye method. This muffin contains blue colorant that cannot be absorbed; after ingestion, it passes through the entire gastrointestinal tract and is eventually excreted in feces. Following a two-day lifestyle standardization period (including dietary and activity guidance) to minimize potential confounding effects on gastrointestinal motility, participants will attend a clinical visit where they will ingest a blue muffin. GITT will be determined by measuring both the time interval between ingestion of the blue muffin and the first appearance of blue-colored stool, and the duration from its first appearance to its complete disappearance.
The blue muffin method has been well-established in previous research for GITT assessment. Building upon the methodology developed by Berry et al., we will introduce stricter pre-test condition controls (includes dietary advice and lifestyle recommendations) and optimized the blue muffin formulation.These improvements allow for reliable measurement with a single muffin administration, which has been evaluated through KU Leuven Health Pass in a large sample size(S-70168).
To investigate potential determinants and correlates of GITT, we will collect biochemical parameters, fecal moisture, and resting metabolic rate. Additionally, participants will complete 24-h diet record and health questionnaires assessing bowel movement, physical activity habits, stress levels, sleep quality and hydration condition for subsequent correlation analyses.
Вмешательства
- Другое Diet
Participants will consume a regular muffin containing blue dye
Первичные конечные точки
- Gastrointestinal transit time [Срок оценки: From enrollment to the end of study at 2 weeks]
Вторичные конечные точки (12)
- Height (cm) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- Weight (kg) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- BMI [Срок оценки: baseline]
- Blood glucose (mmol/L) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- Fat mass (kg) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- Lean body mass(kg) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- Fat percentage (%) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- Total cholesterol (mmol/L) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- HDL-C (mmol/L) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- LDL-C (mmol/L) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- Triglyceride (mmol/L) [Срок оценки: baseline]
- Food record [Срок оценки: 2 days after study]
Критерии участия
Критерии включения
- 18-65 years old
- 18.5 kg/m² ≤ BMI ≤ 25 kg/m² or BMI ≥ 30 kg/m² (people with normal weight or obesity)
- Provision of informed consent to participate.
Критерии исключения
- Gastrointestinal conditions which may affect nutrient absorption or gastric emptying, including coeliac disease, Crohn's disease, previous resection of the small intestine other than bariatric surgery, gastroparesis;
- Using medications which effect gastric motility (e.g., domperidone, erythromycin, metoclopramide, prucalopride, opiates, loperamide, …)
- The ingredients of blue muffins include gluten, nuts, baking powder, sugar, vanilla extract and sunflower oil. Participants with allergies to these ingredients;
- Current diagnosis of cancer;
- Advanced organ failure, including chronic kidney disease Stage 5, liver cirrhosis Child-Pugh B or C, intestinal failure, heart failure stage D, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease stage 4;
- Immobility;
- Neuromuscular degenerative conditions associated with muscular atrophy, such as myasthenia gravis, muscular dystrophies, fibromyalgia, or multiple Sclerosis;
Критерии приведены из реестра в оригинале (на английском). Окончательную оценку соответствия проводит исследовательский центр.
Здоровые добровольцы: Да
Дизайн исследования
- Модель наблюдения
- Когортное
Центры проведения
Бельгия · 1 центр
- Department of Chronic Diseases and Metabolism — Leuven
Идентификаторы
NCT: NCT07309250 · S70908