Blood test may pinpoint heart failure cause, study says
NCT ID NCT02347722
First seen May 18, 2026 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether existing biomarkers (substances in the blood) can accurately determine the underlying cause of heart failure in 511 patients. Participants were recently diagnosed with heart failure. The goal is to improve diagnosis and potentially save costs by reducing unnecessary tests.
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University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4W7, Canada
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