Which kidney test works best for sickle cell patients? study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT03958643
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at 70 adults with sickle cell disease to see which lab test—cystatin C or creatinine—better measures kidney function. Participants gave blood and urine samples and had a special dye test to check how well their kidneys work. The goal is to help doctors catch kidney problems early in people with sickle cell disease.
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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