STARR
South Texas Aging Registry & Repository (STARR)
Purpose of this Study
The purpose of the South Texas Aging Registry and Repository (STARR) is to collect health information, blood and specimens to store for future research purposes. We want to learn more about how to improve the health and quality of life of older adults. We are also working to learn how genes affect the way a person ages or how aging influences genes and the cells they affect.
You may qualify if:
- Age 18 +
You may NOT qualify if:
- Live in a nursing home or assisted living
- Are currently pregnant
Duration of the Study:
This is 1 visit study with additional optional visits.
Study Procedures:
- Demographics
- Vital signs
- Blood draw
Optional Procedures:
- Medical history
- Genetic blood draw
- Physical assessment
- Questionnaires
- Skin sample
- Fat sample
Study Location:
UT Medical Arts and Research Center (UT MARC)
8300 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229
Compensation:
Visit 1: No compensation for blood draw, vital signs, and demographics
Optional Visit: $25 for skin sample; up to $140 for fat sample
Principal Investigator:
Nicolas Musi, MD
Polly Noël-Hitchcock, PhD
Contact Us
For more information or to volunteer in a study:
- Call (210) 450-3333
- If you prefer that we contact you, please fill out the form below.
