What is the reason for doing this study?

This research study is being done because we still do not understand well how the body defends itself from influenza (flu) infection and why some people have mild infections and other have bad “flu’s”. We are doing research to find out why some people are more susceptible to the flu than others.

You are asked to take part in this study because you have had the flu in the past or you have an active flu infection.

Approximately 80 adults will take part in this study.

What you will do if you choose to be in this study?

As a subject in this study, you will be asked to come to the Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Clinical Research Unit (AAICRU), located in room 18-289 on the 18^th floor of the Galter Pavilion, 675 N. Saint Clair St., Chicago, IL 60611; or the Northwestern University Health Service Center located in the Searle Building at 633 Emerson St., Evanston, IL 60208.

You may qualify if you:

-Are between the ages of 18-60

-Have previously been infected with the influenza virus

This clinical study will consist of a one-time visit of 1.5-2 hours and involves a spirometry lung function test, history and physical, and specimen collection including: blood draw, nasal lavage, and nasal cell sampling.

DO YOU THINK YOU HAVE THE FLU?

CALL US WITHIN 24HRS OF THE ONSET OF YOUR FLU SYMPTOMS

We are looking or individual between the ages of 18-60 years old with out significant chronic conditions to participate in a research study. 

This study will require 3 visits to the AAICRU.

You must have flu/cold like symptoms, a temperature of 100.5 or greater, be a non-smoker, and be willing to particpate in all study procedures.

Each visit will take 1.5-2 hours to complete.