Studies on Thyroid Nodules and Thyroid Cancer
Participants in this study will be patients diagnosed with or suspected to have a thyroid nodule or thyroid cancer. The main purpose of this study is to further understand the methods for the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer. Many of the test performed are in the context of standard medical care that is offered to all patients with thyroid nodules or thyroid cancer. Other tests are performed for research purposes. In addition, blood and tissue samples will be taken for research and genetic studies.
⁃ In order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
• Male or female, adults or children \>= 6 months+.
• Patients with known or suspected thyroid nodules and/or thyroid cancer.
• At risk family members of patients who have a genetic susceptibility to developing thyroid cancer.