NIH launches study to uncover genetic roots of Hormone-Driven high blood pressure in black communities
NCT ID NCT03374215
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study aims to find the genetic causes of primary aldosteronism, a condition where adrenal tumors cause high blood pressure, in Black individuals. Researchers will enroll 1150 participants, including those with difficult-to-control blood pressure or known primary aldosteronism, as well as their relatives. Participants undergo blood tests, scans, and other evaluations to identify genetic mutations and their effects on health.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could reveal genetic causes of primary aldosteronism in Black individuals, leading to better treatments or prevention strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly benefit participants, and findings may take years to translate into clinical practice.
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Conditions
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
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