Sickle cell patients may get better kidney checks thanks to new study
NCT ID NCT04380610
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study worked to improve how doctors estimate kidney function in people with sickle cell disease. Researchers measured actual kidney function in 120 patients and used that data to develop a new formula tailored to sickle cell. The goal is to replace current equations that were designed for the general population and may be less accurate for sickle cell patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better monitoring of kidney health in sickle cell patients, helping doctors catch problems earlier.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study focused on improving measurements, not testing a new treatment. The new equation may not prove more accurate in all patients.
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Locations
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St Jude Childrens Research Hospital
Memphis, Tennessee, 38106, United States
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35223, United States
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University of Illinois Chicage
Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States
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University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, Tennessee, 38163, United States