Several clinical trials sponsored by academic institutions, including Charles University and Osaka University, have evaluated the diagnostic and therapeutic utility of myristic acid for sepsis syndrome, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, and idiopathic triglyceride deposit cardiomyovasculopathy. These studies encompass early-phase interventional research as well as diagnostic evaluations assessing serum myristic acid as an early sepsis biomarker in comparison to procalcitonin and presepsin. All listed trials have achieved completed recruitment status across early-phase and unassigned trial designations.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT03314831 | Completed | Sepsis Syndrome|Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome |
Charles University Czech Republic |
2017-10-24 | -- |
| NCT02502578 | Completed | Idiopathic Triglyceride Deposit Cardiomyovasculopathy |
Osaka University |
2015-09 | Phase 1|Phase 2 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)
Mechanism and Biochemical Profile
Appendix RUO and cGMP Quality Standards
| Quality Dimension | RUO (Research Use Only) | cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Applicability | Prohibited in human clinical trials or medical diagnostics. | Mandatory for human clinical trials (Phase I–III) and therapies. |
| Regulatory Status | Non-regulated grade; exempt from drug manufacturing laws. | Legally enforced by health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, NMPA). |
| Facility Environment | Unclassified analytical or research laboratories. | Validated Cleanrooms (ISO Class 5–8) with continuous monitoring. |
| Quality Control | Basic purity and activity testing. | Rigorous safety release testing (Sterility, Endotoxin, Mycoplasma). |
| Process Validation | Basic equipment calibration; no process validation required. | Full qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and complete batch records. |
| Quality Assurance | Vendor self-declared without required formal QMS. | Mandatory QA/QC unit, Change Control, CAPA, and vendor audits. |
| Regulatory Impact | High risk of IND rejection if used as a critical raw material. | Required for IND/NDA filings, supported by Drug Master Files (DMF). |
Footnotes
Regulatory Note: Governed by FDA (21 CFR Parts 210/211/312), EMA (EudraLex Vol 4), ICH Guidelines (E6/Q7/Q9/Q10), and compendial standards (USP <71>/<85>/<1043>).