Rutgers University Genetics of Kidney Disease
The Rutgers University Study of the Genetics of Kidney Disease
This project will see if genes are linked to kidney disease risk by collecting health surveys and saliva DNA from people 18 and older in the U.S.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 50000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Piscataway, New Jersey) |
| Trial ID | NCT07217535 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This online observational project collects health survey responses and a saliva sample mailed from participants to study genetic links to kidney disease. Participation takes about 20 minutes, requires internet access, and does not require an office visit or a kidney disease diagnosis. Participants may optionally share electronic health record data and can receive free genetic ancestry information. The investigators aim for a diverse U.S. participant group to improve the usefulness of the genetic data.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Adults aged 18 or older living in the United States who can read English, have internet access, and are willing to provide a mailed saliva sample and complete health surveys are ideal candidates.
Not a fit: People under 18, those without internet access or unwilling to mail a saliva sample, and individuals seeking immediate medical treatment are unlikely to receive direct clinical benefits from participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the project could identify genetic factors that help improve diagnosis, risk prediction, and future drug development for kidney disease.
How similar studies have performed: Large population genomic projects have previously linked genetic variants to kidney function and related traits, so this approach builds on established methods.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * age 18 years or older * currently living in the United States * able to understand and follow written instructions in English * have access to the internet and a computer, laptop, tablet or smart phone * willing to provide written informed consent for participation * willing to provide DNA via a saliva sample using a collection kit mailed to the study participant's home * willing to complete a survey with questions about health related to the study of kidney disease Exclusion Criteria: * Not able to meet or fulfill any of the inclusion criter
Where this trial is running
Piscataway, New Jersey
- Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey — Piscataway, New Jersey, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Tara Matise, Ph.D. — Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
- Study coordinator: Tara Matise, Ph.D.
- Email: rugcc-kd@rutgers.edu
- Phone: 858-445-3125
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.