Scientists hunt for simple blood test to predict heart rejection
NCT ID NCT00042614
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study aims to find substances in blood or urine that can signal when a transplanted heart is being rejected. By analyzing samples from 188 heart transplant patients and healthy volunteers, researchers hope to develop a simple test for early detection. The goal is to catch rejection sooner and improve treatment, potentially preventing long-term damage.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Inova Fairfax Hospital
Falls Church, Virginia, 22042, United States
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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