A Study of Genetic Influence on LDL Hyper-responsiveness in Patients Following a Ketogenic Diet

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LDL Hyper-responsiveness
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
100 (estimated)
Sponsor
Mayo Clinic · Other
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About This Trial

The purpose of this study is to identify whether individuals following a ketogenic diet who experience extreme LDL-C elevation, termed "hyper-responders", have identifiable genetic variations in genes involved in cholesterol absorption.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older * LDL-C \>170 mg/dL in response to starting a ketogenic diet Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who do not consent to blood draw for genetic testing * Those with LDL-C \<170 mg/dL on a ketogenic diet
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Saad Omar

507-538-5162

omar.saad@mayo.edu

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