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DFO-YS5

Phase 1

Bladder Cancer | Small molecule | Oncology |Kyntra Bio, Inc.|Trials Updated: Oct 1, 2026

DFO-YS5 target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as [89Zr]DFO-YS5

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Trial Design

UNCONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment40

FDA Designations

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DFO-YS5 clinical trials

DFO-YS5 · 1 trial · 12 indications

Phase 1 1
NCT07664397Imaging Study of [89Zr]DFO-YS5 for Cancer DetectionBladder Cancer
RECRUITING40 Analytics
PHASE1RECRUITING
Imaging Study of [89Zr]DFO-YS5 for Cancer Detection
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Mean maximum standard uptake value (SUVmax-avg) on Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan
Up to 8 days

A volume of interest (VOI) will be placed around each lesion, and the calculated maximum standard uptake value (SUVmax) will be recorded for each lesion. Adjusted SUVmax data will then be averaged across up to 15 lesions within a given patient (SUVmax-avg) at each time point. In order to avoid clustering effects, analyses will be limited to the five largest osseous metastases, five largest lymph node metastases, and five largest visceral/soft tissue metastases. Metastatic lesion location, size (bidimensional axial measurement), and SUVmax will be tabulated. This will be conducted for all lesions.

Median intra-tumoral SUVmax
Up to 8 days

The median and range for intra-tumoral SUVmax within metastatic lesions will be descriptively reported, to assess for intra-tumoral heterogeneity and differences in uptake by site of disease.

Tumor-to-background signal (Ratio)
Up to 8 days

The tumor-to-background signal refers to comparing the standardized uptake value (SUV) of a lesion (tumor) to the SUV of a nearby normal organ or tissue that serves as a "background" reference. The ratio of the tumor-to-background signal on PET scan (normal organ as background uptake values) will be calculated as the SUVmax of tumor divided by the SUV of background organ

Secondary Endpoints

Proportion of participants with reported treatment-emergent adverse events
Up to 8 days
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeDIAGNOSTIC

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Treatment ([89Zr]DFO-YS5)EXPERIMENTALParticipants will be administered a single, intravenous microdose (1.0 - 3.0 mCi) of \[89Zr\]DFO-YS5, followed by whole-body positron emission tomography (PET) imaging conducted 120-168 hours after \[89Zr\]DFO-YS5 administration (i.e., on Day 6-8). Participants will be followed for treatment-emergent adverse events for up to 35 days.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
[89Zr]DFO-YS5DRUGGiven intravenously (IV)
Positron Emission Tomography (PET)-Computerized tomography (CT)PROCEDUREParticipants may receive a whole-body PET-CT or a whole-body PET-MRI
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Histological or cytological confirmation of malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor, bladder cancer, or solid tumor neoplasm. 2. At least one soft tissue lesion measurable at 1 cm or greater in short axis measurement on cross sectional imaging such as Computerized tomography ...

Countries:United States
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Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

MEDIUMOct 1, 2026NCT07664397Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING → RECRUITING
MEDIUMOct 1, 2026NCT07664397Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING → RECRUITING

Frequently asked questions about DFO-YS5

What is DFO-YS5?

DFO-YS5 is an investigational small molecule imaging agent being developed by Kyntra Bio, Inc. for cancer detection. It is also known as [89Zr]DFO-YS5. The compound is in Phase 1 clinical development and is being studied in bladder cancer and other solid tumor malignancies.

What is DFO-YS5 used for in bladder cancer?

DFO-YS5 is being studied as an imaging agent for cancer detection in bladder cancer. It is designed to help visualize tumors rather than to treat them. The Phase 1 imaging study is enrolling adults with bladder cancer and other solid tumors to evaluate how well the agent detects disease.

Who makes DFO-YS5?

Kyntra Bio, Inc. is developing DFO-YS5. The company trades under the ticker KYNB. Kyntra Bio is the sponsor of the ongoing Phase 1 imaging study of [89Zr]DFO-YS5 in bladder cancer and other solid tumor malignancies.

What phase is DFO-YS5 in?

DFO-YS5 is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational agent and has not been approved by the FDA. The single Phase 1 trial is currently recruiting participants, and no trials of DFO-YS5 have been completed to date.

What clinical trials is DFO-YS5 in?

DFO-YS5 is being evaluated in one active clinical trial, NCT07664397, titled Imaging Study of [89Zr]DFO-YS5 for Cancer Detection. The Phase 1 study is recruiting and plans to enroll 40 participants aged 18 years and older in the United States. It is an uncontrolled, non-randomized study.

Is DFO-YS5 the same as [89Zr]DFO-YS5?

Yes, DFO-YS5 and [89Zr]DFO-YS5 refer to the same investigational imaging agent. The bracketed form reflects the zirconium-89 radiolabel used in the compound. Both names appear in connection with the Phase 1 cancer detection study sponsored by Kyntra Bio, Inc.