Achieving Understanding of the Natural History of Sickle Cell Trait (AUNT)
Purpose
The main purpose of this study is to create a longitudinal cohort of those with Sickle Cell Trait (SCT) to better understand the hematologic phenotype for those that carry HbS, assess for differences in those with varying quantities of HbS and assess for potential clinical complications of SCT.
Condition
- Sickle Cell Trait
Eligibility
- Eligible Ages
- Over 18 Years
- Eligible Sex
- All
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria
- Are willing to voluntarily participate and sign the study consent 2. Know/suspect they have SCT and are willing to get tested to confirm/learn about their SCT status 3. Adults ages 18 and older
Exclusion Criteria
- Unwilling to sign consent 2. Known end-stage renal disease or dialysis 3. Known SCD (including sickle cell-beta thalassemia) 4. People who do not have SCT
Study Design
- Phase
- Study Type
- Observational
- Observational Model
- Cohort
- Time Perspective
- Prospective
Arm Groups
| Arm | Description | Assigned Intervention |
|---|---|---|
| Individuals with sickle cell trait |
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Recruiting Locations
UT Health Houston
Houston 4699066, Texas 4736286 77030
Houston 4699066, Texas 4736286 77030
More Details
- Status
- Recruiting
- Sponsor
- National Alliance for Sickle Cell Centers