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Measuring Skin Electrical Potential With the Kelvin Probe: Minimizing Noise

NCT01399879 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 24

Last updated 2011-07-22

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Summary

The Scanning Kelvin Probe measures surface electrical potential without actually touching the skin. This is a pilot study to evaluate methods of minimizing noise during Scanning Kelvin Probe measurements. This project will focus specifically on noise arising from physical movement and environmental electrical field.

Conditions

  • Healthy State

Interventions

OTHER

Faraday cage, movement stabilization

The Faraday cage is a copper-mesh cage that surrounds the device and test site. It helps eliminate surrounding electrical noise. Movement stabilization will be achieved by placing a velcro strap over the arm to minimize random movements.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Andrew C Ahn, MD MPH · Massachusetts General Hospital

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
65 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2010-09-30
Primary Completion
2011-02-28
Completion
2011-02-28

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