Kidney cancer, Renal cell cancer
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This study is looking at blood samples to find out more about the genetic causes of kidney cancer.
There are many risk factors associated with developing renal cell carcinoma (RCC). This is the most common form of kidney cancer. There are some faulty genes and inherited conditions that increase risk.
This study is looking at people who may have an inherited genetic fault or medical condition that increases their risk of developing RCC. The aim of the study is to find out more about the genetic causes of RCC, and more about how gene faults may increase risk.
Recruitment start: 1 October 2000
Recruitment end: 30 November 2027
Please note: In order to join a trial you will need to discuss it with your doctor, unless otherwise specified.
Professor Eamonn Maher
Cancer Research UK
European Research Council (ERC)
Last reviewed: 4 March 2025
CRUK internal database number: 447
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