Study hormone causes of high blood pressure in Black adults
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This study looks at the body’s hormone signals to understand what causes primary aldosteronism (a condition that can lead to high blood pressure). By comparing clinical results and lab data, researchers hope to improve how the condition is diagnosed and managed, especially in Black participants.
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Who can take part
- Be age 18 or older for the main study
- Self-identify as Black (if you identify differently, you may need another protocol)
- Have signs that support primary aldosteronism, such as high blood pressure and/or low potassium
- Be willing and able to travel to the NIH for follow-up visits
- For the DNA-only part: be age 7 or older and be a close relative of someone in the main study
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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