This subproject is one of many research subprojects utilizing the resources provided by a Center grant funded by NIH/NCRR. The subproject and investigator (PI) may have received primary funding from another NIH source, and thus could be represented in other CRISP entries. The institution listed is for the Center, which is not necessarily the institution for the investigator. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is among the most common endocrine disorders of premenopausal women, affecting 5-10% of this population. It is the leading cause of hormonally-related infertility. Women with PCOS have elevated male hormone levels and irregular periods. They frequently have insulin resistance, conferring a 7-fold increased risk for type 2 diabetes mellitus (adult onset). PCOS is an inherited disorder. The purpose of this study is to identify genes that may cause PCOS and to further explore the hormonal, metabolic and lipid abnormalities in PCOS women and their family members. Androgen, insulin, glucose and lipid levels will be measured in each subject, and a DNA sample will be obtained for the analysis of genes associated with PCOS. A subset of subjects will also undergo more intensive testing to examine the metabolic and lipid abnormalities associated with PCOS. Studies will include an oral glucose tolerance test, intravenous glucose tolerance test, frequent sampling for free fatty acid and insulin release, and a study of insulin sensitivity and fat metabolism. Some subjects will also have a small sample of abdominal fat obtained by aspiration for laboratory studies of insulin sensitivity in isolated fat cells. Control subjects will be studied to obtain normative data.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
Type
General Clinical Research Centers Program (M01)
Project #
5M01RR000048-45
Application #
7376828
Study Section
National Center for Research Resources Initial Review Group (RIRG)
Project Start
2005-12-01
Project End
2006-11-30
Budget Start
2005-12-01
Budget End
2006-11-30
Support Year
45
Fiscal Year
2006
Total Cost
$81,937
Indirect Cost
Name
Northwestern University at Chicago
Department
Internal Medicine/Medicine
Type
Schools of Medicine
DUNS #
005436803
City
Chicago
State
IL
Country
United States
Zip Code
60611
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