Protein shake could unlock better kidney tests
NCT ID NCT07368712
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study is testing how reliable a kidney function test called renal functional reserve is. Researchers will give healthy people and those with kidney problems a protein shake, then take blood and urine samples to see how well their kidneys respond. The goal is to see if this test can be used in future studies to better monitor kidney health.
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 a more accurate test for measuring kidney function, helping doctors better monitor and manage chronic kidney disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early observational study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The test may not prove reliable enough for widespread use.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Bayer AG - Occupational Health Services
RECRUITINGBerlin, 13353, Germany