Epstein-Barr Virus Antibody and Epstein-Barr Virus DNA for Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Screening
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The investigators intend to compare Epstein-Barr virus antibody and Epstein-Barr virus DNA screening efficacy in first-degree relatives of nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * residents in Southern China * 30-62 years old * male * a first-degree relative of at least one nasopharyngeal carcinoma patient * no medical record of nasopharyngeal carcinoma * Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group score of 0-2 * be able to comprehend, sign, and date the written informed consent document to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * history of nasopharyngeal carcinoma * heavy cardiovascular, liver or kidney disease * on systemic steroid or immunosuppressant treatment or active autoimmune disease