New Finger-Prick test could revolutionize dialysis timing
NCT ID NCT07450534
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a new way of measuring kidney function (using an injection of iohexol and finger-prick blood tests) can better predict when people with advanced kidney disease will start feeling sick from kidney failure. It also checks if this method can accurately measure remaining kidney function in people already on dialysis. About 150 adults with stage 4 or 5 chronic kidney disease or on dialysis will take part. The goal is to see if this test is more useful than current standard methods.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 150 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Feb 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Feb 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Patients under the care of Manchester Universities NHS Foundation Trust Nephrology Department who meet the above inclusion / exclusion criteria
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults (18 year s or older) * Able to give informed consent * Progressive chronic kidney disease predicted to start renal replacement therapy in the next 6 months OR established on dialysis (either haemodialysis or peritoneal) with residual renal function (Urine output \>100ml/day) Exclusion Criteria: * Under 18 years * Known allergy to iodinated contrast media * Unable to perform fingerprick blood testing * Unable to comply with urine collection * Unable or unwilling to give informed consent in English * Acute kidney injury expected to recover renal function * Pre-dialysis and planned renal transplant within 1 month * Pregnant or breast feeding * Significant fluid overload (significant peripheral oedema or ascites AND \>10kg above estimated dry weight)
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Manchester Royal infirmary
Manchester, M13 9WL, United Kingdom
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