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URCORT DM Study

Study Type

Pediatrics

Study Purpose

The purpose of the URCORT DM research study is to learn if we can better identify children and young adults who are at risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes.

About the Study

If eligible, participants will be asked to perform three 24-hour urine collections at home. Urine collections will be needed at the baseline visit, the 12 month follow-up, and the 24 month follow-up.

After each collection, the container should be returned to the study coordinator at Pennington Biomedical. The process will be described to you and your child in detail verbally and written instructions will also be provided.

Study Design

Number of Visits:

  • 1 screening visit
  • 3 study visits

Procedures:

  • Physical exam and medical history
  • Vital signs (pulse and blood pressure, etc.)
  • Body fat content measurement
  • Blood draw
  • Physical exam
  • Urine test
  • Questionnaires

Study Qualifications

To qualify for this research study, participants should:

  • Be 12 – 21 years old
  • Have Type 2 diabetes

Have a BMI of 25 or higher calculate your BMI

Study Duration

Participation in the study will last approximately 24 months.

Compensation

Compensation of up to $150 is offered for the completion of this study.

Study Contact

If you are interested in volunteering for this research study, click here to screen online. Interested volunteers many also call 225-763-3000 or email clinicaltrials@pbrc.edu.

If you think you may be eligible, please click the button below to screen online.



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