Free genetic tests for families of kids with high cholesterol

NCT ID NCT05814419

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study offered free genetic testing to immediate family members of children found to have a genetic marker for familial hyperlipidemia (FH), a condition that causes very high cholesterol and early heart disease. The goal was to see if large-scale testing can identify at-risk relatives early and improve their care. Eleven family members participated, and the study focused on understanding the impact of such screening.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

familial hyperlipidemia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Medical Center of the Rockies

    Loveland, Colorado, 80528, United States