DISCOVERY Study

DISCOVERY Study

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Description

The DISCOVERY Study is a new, national effort to learn about the causes of type 2 diabetes in children. DISCOVERY is for children 9-14 years old who are at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. We want to figure out why some children get type 2 diabetes and others do not.

Eligibility and criteria
IRB Number:
24-022243
Eligible age range:
9 years - 14 years
Clinical trial phase:
N/A
Official title:
DISCOVERY of Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes in Youth

What to expect
DISCOVERY study participation will consist of a screening in-person visit, a baseline in-person visit, annual in-person visits, 6 month in-person visits, and 3-month check ins (over the phone) over the course of up to 4 years.

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