Screening program for relatives of people with type 1 diabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Immune system & allergy clinical trials.
This study tests a screening program to find early signs of type 1 diabetes in family members of people who have it. If you are a close relative, you may be able to get checked and learn about your risk.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and live in Quebec, Canada.
- You have a parent, sibling, or child with type 1 diabetes.
- You are willing to come back for follow-up care if the screening shows you are at risk.
- You do not already have type 1 diabetes.
- You are not pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
- You are not taking medications that weaken the immune system (like high-dose steroids or other immunosuppressants).
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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