CF Carrier Study for Kidney and Pancreas Health
The Effects of the CF Carrier State on the Kidneys and Pancreas
Recruiting
Observational Study
Carrier State
Pancreatic Disease
Kidney Diseases
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 100
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 1,250 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Philip Polgreen · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people who carry the cystic fibrosis gene to see if they have any kidney or pancreas issues. Participants will answer some questions, provide urine and stool samples, and undergo some lab tests.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am a CF carrier identified via genetic testing
- I have not been previously tested for CF carrier status
You may not be able to join if
- I am a patient with cystic fibrosis
- I cannot speak English
- I am currently pregnant
- I cannot provide written informed consent
- I am a prisoner
- I am currently taking medications for diabetes
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The overarching hypothesis is that CF carriers are at increased risk for developing most of the extrapulmonary conditions associated with CF compared to the general population. Specifically, it is hypothesized that this pilot data will detect subclinical evidence of pancreatic and kidney disorders among CF carriers. This will be determined by bringing CF carriers and controls to the CRU for one vi…
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Eligibility Criteria
CF Carrier Inclusion Criteria:
* A CF Carrier identified via genetic testing
Control Inclusion Criteria:
* No previous CF carrier test results
Exclusion Criteria:
* CF patient status
* Unable to speak English
* Currently pregnant
* Unable to provide written informed consent
* Prisoner status
* …
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