Women statistically have more incidence and more severe asthma than do men. Researchers are interested in comparing how male and female cells (monocytes and macrophages) respond differentially to asthma-related stimuli, and how sex hormones participate in this process.
Compensation is $30.
If you are 18–45 years old, have allergy-induced asthma, and would like to donate blood, contact the lab at aparuch1@jh.edu or mgirgis2@jh.edu. You may also call 410-955-1747.
Study number: NA_00070373
Principal investigator: Nicola Heller, PhD
