Rutgers University Study of the Genetics of Kidney Disease (NCT07217535)
The Rutgers University Study of the Genetics of Kidney Disease
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The goal of this observational study is to learn more about how genes impact the risk of kidney disease. Anyone 18 or older living in the US is eligible, and a diagnosis of kidney disease is NOT required. Study participation is online, and it takes about 20 minutes to complete health surveys and request a saliva collection kit sent through US mail. In return, study participants may opt to receive information about their genetic ancestry at no cost.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey — Piscataway, New Jersey
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Saliva sample (GENETIC)
- Health surveys (OTHER)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey — Piscataway, New Jersey
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (858) 445-3125
Email: rugcc-kd@rutgers.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.