Genetics of FSGS

Martin Pollak's Laboratory

Study Enrollment

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ENROLLING IN OUR STUDY

We are continuing to enroll subjects into this research study. We are interested in individuals with focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), nephrotic syndrome, and/or proteinuria who have other family members with kidney dysfunction as well. This study is an effort to identify genes underlying FSGS. It is not a treatment trial and subjects will likely not benefit directly from enrollment in the study. Our study involves obtaining information about a subject's medical and family history as well as a blood and urine sample.

1. Ideally, we like to obtain 2 yellow or green top tubes from adult subjects; one tube from children 12 and under; and one small pediatric size tube from very small children. In small children, blood should be obtained only at a time when blood would be obtained for regular clinical care. On occasion we may request a third tube.

Instructions on drawing blood. pdf Zip

Tips on getting your blood drawn. pdf Zip

Instructions for urine collection. pdf Zip

2. Blood tubes should be sent to:
Dr. Martin Pollak
H.I.M. 534
77 Ave Louis Pasteur Boston, MA 02115
Phone: 617 525 5840 We can supply shipping supplies if necessary.

3. Have each adult participant sign the consent form. Older children can give assent, but parents must consent on behalf of each child that participates.

4. Please fill out the Questionairre.

5. Please also send us a copy of the kidney biopsy report from the affected individuals.

6. Please contact us if there are additional questions we can answer.