| NCT ID | NCT06734611 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Alabama at Birmingham |
| Condition | Folate Deficiency |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 250 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-04-10 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-04-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 250 participants in total. It began in 2026-04-10 with a primary completion date of 2027-04-01.
⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.
Brief Summary
Question: How effective is fortified iodized salt with folic acid (FISFA) in increasing serum and red blood cell folate in non-lactating, non-pregnant women of reproductive age in the country of Zambia who do not have active food fortification with a folic acid program? Participants will: * Consume salt with folic acid instead of their regular salt for 6 months * Have a blood draw 4 times * Fill out surveys
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Voluntary participation in the study * Do not intend to get pregnant * Not lactating or pregnant * Live alone or with a partner if they can be compliant and not share the study salt. * Aged between 18 and 45 years Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant or lactating
Contact & Investigator
Anastasia A Smith, DrPH
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06734611 clinical trial?
This trial is open to female participants only, aged 18 Years or older, up to 45 Years, studying Folate Deficiency. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06734611 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06734611 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at anastasia.arynchyna@childrensal.org for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06734611 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Birmingham, United States, Lusaka, Zambia.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06734611 clinical trial?
NCT06734611 is sponsored by University of Alabama at Birmingham. The principal investigator is Anastasia A Smith, DrPH at University of Alabama at Birmingham. The trial plans to enroll 250 participants.