Fetuin-A and COMP levels in knee osteoarthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study looks at two substances in the blood (fetuin-A and COMP) to see if they are linked to knee osteoarthritis severity. Results may help understand the disease better.
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Who can take part
- You have knee osteoarthritis diagnosed by a doctor using standard criteria.
- Your knee osteoarthritis is moderate to severe (grade 2, 3, or 4 on the Kellgren-Lawrence scale).
- You are willing to give a blood sample and sign a consent form.
- You have not had knee surgery or a major knee injury.
- You do not have other inflammatory diseases, diabetes, or active infections.
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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