Which kidney test works best for sickle cell? study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT03958643
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study looked at 70 adults with sickle cell disease to find the most accurate way to measure kidney function. Participants gave blood and urine samples and had special imaging tests. The goal was to see if a newer blood test (cystatin C) is better than the standard one (creatinine) for catching kidney problems early.
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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