New study screens newborns for inherited high cholesterol
NCT ID NCT07470723
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aims to identify different types of familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) in infants and newborns. Expectant parents with FH will provide a cheek swab for genetic testing, and their babies will have 5 blood samples collected over 2 years. The goal is to improve early detection and understanding of this inherited condition.
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Conditions
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Locations
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University of Wisconsin - Madison
RECRUITINGMadison, Wisconsin, 53792, United States
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