Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational Ages 18 and up

Study on biomarkers related to hypertension in Guangdong Province

Official title: Establishing Biobank in a Cohort Study for Hypertensive Patients in Guangdong Province(GDP Study)

Run by Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital · NCT04212455 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to see how certain blood markers are linked to health problems in people with high blood pressure in Guangdong Province.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment50000 (estimated)
SponsorGuangdong Provincial People's Hospital
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Guangzhou, Guangdong and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2020
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2022
Study endsDecember 31, 2050
Registry record updatedJanuary 13, 2020
Trial IDNCT04212455 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with hypertension.

Probably not a fit

Patients under 18 years old, those who cannot provide informed consent, and pregnant or lactating women may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore the relationship between biomarkers and adverse health outcomes in individuals diagnosed with hypertension. Participants aged 18 and older will provide whole blood samples and undergo physical examinations and surveys at baseline. The study will track the incidence of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality during follow-up to better understand the impact of these biomarkers. The research focuses on a diverse population within Guangdong Province, emphasizing the public health implications of hypertension.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved identification of high-risk patients and better management strategies for hypertension.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in identifying biomarkers associated with hypertension, suggesting that this approach is promising and builds on existing knowledge.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* ≥18 years old
* In accordance with the diagnosis of hypertension (including Blood pressure ≥140/90mmHg and/or taking antihypertensive drugs and/or self-reported hypertension)

Exclusion Criteria:

* \<18 years old
* Unsigned informed consent
* Pregnant Women and Lactation

Where it's running

  • Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital
    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
    Recruiting
  • Guangdong Cardiovascular Institute
    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.