NCT07731399 · Guardian Research Network, Inc.
Specimen and Data Collection in South Carolina Medicaid-Enrolled Patients With Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) and Metabolically Healthy Controls
(BRISK 2)
What this study is about
The primary purpose of this study is to use multiomic data in combination with clinical assessments, electronic health records, cognitive and mood assessments, wearable technologies and lifestyle/behavioral data to identify data elements or combinations of data elements with strong positive or negative correlation to CKD diagnosis and/or progression in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) patients.
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The primary purpose of this study is to use multiomic data in combination with clinical assessments, electronic health records, cognitive and mood assessments, wearable technologies and lifestyle/behavioral data to identify data elements or combinations of data elements with strong positive or negative correlation to CKD diagnosis and/or progression in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) patients. Achieving this aim will allow researchers and physicians to significantly improve the prediction of health trajectories of and formulate novel strategies to potentially prevent, treat or reverse T2D. South Carolina Medicaid-enrolled patients diagnosed with T2D and a smaller subset of non-T2D SC Medicaid patients may participate in this study. Participants who complete required procedures will be compensated for their time and transportation, may keep their study-provided Fitbit device to help maintain their healthcare improvement journey, and will have a personal Certified Diabetes Educator to consult and assist with managing their diabetes diagnosis.
Interventions
OTHER
Not applicable- observational study
Non-interventional biospecimen and data collection study.
Primary outcome measures
Identify data elements or combinations of data elements with strong positive or negative correlation to Chronic Kidney Disease diagnosis and/or progression in Type 2 Diabetes patients
Time frame: Up to 24 months after enrollment
Perform omics and clinical labs on blood and stool, administer surveys, and analyze medical record data
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- All Participants:
- 40 to 70 years of age (inclusive) at enrollment
- Enrolled as Medicaid recipients
- Ability to provide informed consent and authorization for release of relevant protected health information or personal data
- Ability to provide a blood sample(s) of up to 70 mL and other required biospecimens, including genetic samples. T2D Group: • Current diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes OR a blood level of hemoglobin A1c equal to or greater than 6.5% at any time within the past 12 months Control Group:
- Blood level of hemoglobin A1c less than or equal to 5.6% at time of enrollment
- No diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes
Exclusion criteria
- Pregnancy at time of enrollment (by self-report of pregnancy status)
- Lack of fluency in spoken and written English
- Type 1 diabetes or any other type of diabetes besides Type 2 diabetes
- Active cancer diagnosis or cancer that achieved complete remission within three (3) years prior to enrollment, other than non-melanoma skin cancer (e.g. malignant basal cell neoplasm of skin and/or squamous cell carcinoma of skin)
- Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events within two (2) years prior to enrollment
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Cognitive impairment or neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, dementia, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, etc.)
- Pancreatitis or other diseases of the pancreas (besides diabetes)
- The participant is, in the opinion of the investigator, unlikely to be able to complete all study requirements
Where
- Orangeburg, South Carolina
- Walhalla, South Carolina
Collaborators
South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
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Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
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Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time, travel expenses, and inconvenience. The specific compensation varies by study and will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is typically provided at no cost to participants.
Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Aug 18, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations