Could a simple questionnaire replace the gold standard for measuring salt intake?

NCT ID NCT07717645

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Toros University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a new food questionnaire (BTS-Salt) and a single spot urine sample can accurately estimate daily sodium intake in healthy adults aged 19–64. Participants will complete the questionnaire, provide a 24-hour urine collection (the gold standard), and give a spot urine sample. The goal is to see if these simpler methods can replace the burdensome 24-hour collection for future research and public health monitoring.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a simpler, cheaper way to estimate dietary sodium intake in large populations, aiding public health efforts to reduce salt consumption.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage validation study in healthy adults only. The questionnaire or spot urine method may not be accurate enough to replace the gold-standard 24-hour collection.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alcohol Abstinence

As listed by the trial registrant

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ALCOHOL ABSTINENCE HEALTHY ADULT TOBACCO ABSTINENCE

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Locations

Toros University

Mersin, Mersin, 33140, Turkey (Türkiye)

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