Genetic risk report may motivate young adults to lower blood pressure

NCT ID NCT06962488

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether giving young and middle-aged adults with high blood pressure a personalized genetic risk score helps them lower their blood pressure and adopt healthier habits. 300 participants will either receive standard care or get their genetic risk results along with genetic counseling. Researchers will track changes in blood pressure, diet, exercise, and medication adherence over one year.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

blood pressure polygenic risk score (genetic test result)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that sharing genetic risk information motivates people to adopt healthier habits and better control blood pressure.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage behavioral study with 300 participants. The genetic risk score may not change behavior or blood pressure more than standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atherosclerosis atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease Genetic Risk Score hypertensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

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    Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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