Can a simple blood test better detect kidney problems in liver patients?

NCT ID NCT01895114

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether a blood test called cystatin C is more accurate than the standard creatinine test for measuring kidney function in people with severe liver disease. Researchers compared these lab tests to a precise radioactive tracer method in 213 adults being evaluated for a liver transplant. The goal was to find a better way to detect kidney problems in this group, which can affect transplant outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cirrhosis of liver kidney failure liver failure

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Baylor All Saint's Medical Center in Fort Worth

    Fort Worth, Texas, 76104, United States