ARE YOU OF AFRICAN ANCESTRY AND HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Join Our Study!

M
Michael Eadon, MD

Primary Investigator

ARE YOU OF AFRICAN ANCESTRY AND HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Join Our Study!

Overview

DID YOU KNOW?.... People of African ancestry who have high blood pressure are more likely to develop serious kidney problems?
 
Certain genes can increase the risk for kidney disease and kidney failure, while others can affect whether some commonly used blood pressure medications work well or cause side effects.  Researchers at Indiana University want to find out if a genetic test can help improve blood pressure in people who have controlled or uncontrolled high blood pressure. 
 
Your participation will help researchers to learn more about how people and their healthcare providers respond to getting the results of genetic tests related to their blood pressure.
 

Description

What is Involved
  • Attend 3 in-person study visits over a 6-month period
  • Blood pressure measurements will be taken at each visit
  • Complete questionnaires, including family and medical history
  • Provide blood or saliva for genetic testing
Compensation
Participants will receive the results of their genetic tests and will also be compensated for their time.

How to Participate
**If you have questions about this study or would like more information, please reach out to the study team directly at ignite@iupui.edu or 317-274-2722

Additonal Information
Study Title:  Genetic testing to Understand and Address Renal Disease Disparities across the United States (GUARDD-US)

Eligibility

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions:
    kidney disease,high blood pressure,hypertension
  • Age: Between 18 Years - 70 Years
  • Gender: All

Eligibility Criteria:
  • African American, Black, or have African ancestry
  • Have high blood pressure or hypertension (either controlled or uncontrolled)

Updated on 21 Sep 2023. Study ID: 1910564071

Interested in the study?

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