Salt mystery in POTS: new study probes kidney function

NCT ID NCT00581633

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 17, 2026 · Updated 38 times

Summary

This study looks at whether people with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) have trouble holding onto salt in their urine compared to healthy people. Researchers at Vanderbilt University will measure salt and stress hormone levels in 30 participants. The goal is to better understand the body's response in POTS, not to test a new treatment.

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Locations

  • Vanderbilt University

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States

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