**STUDY IS NO LONGER ENROLLING**
The purpose of this study is to learn more about the immune response to shingles. Shingles is caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV) which also causes chickenpox. After a person recovers from chickenpox, the virus stays in the body in a dormant (inactive) state. For reasons that are not fully understood, the virus can reactivate years later, causing shingles.
We will enroll people who recently had a shingles rash. The study will involve 4 clinic visits. Visits will involve large blood draws and biopsies of the shingles rash area and an area of healthy skin.
Eligibility Criteria:
- 21 years of age and older
- Have had a shingles rash in the last 45 days
Conditions which would prevent a volunteer from participating in this study:
- HIV positive, Hepatitis C positive or an active infection with Hepatitis B
- Impairment of the immune system
Compensation:
Up to $950 for study participation
Clinic Location:
Our clinic is located on the 11th floor of the Ninth and Jefferson Building at Harborview Medical Center and open Monday through Friday.
Call (206) 520-4340 or email now to see if you are eligible!