Can contrast dye amount predict kidney injury after CT scans?
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at whether the amount of contrast dye used in a CT scan can predict kidney injury. It will follow your kidney function with a blood test after your scan, which may help identify patients at risk of kidney problems.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are scheduled for an outpatient CT scan with contrast dye
- You have had a recent blood test (within 48 hours) to check your kidney function
- You are not on dialysis and your kidney function is not severely low (eGFR not below 15)
- You have not had a contrast CT scan in the past 7 days
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
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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