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Liver FibrosisNCT07513922

The Correlation Between hs CRP TG Triglycerides Glucose Index in NAFLD and Liver Fibrosis

An observational study of Liver Fibrosis, run by Assiut University at 1 site in Egypt.

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Trial summary

The Correlation between hs CRP TG triglycerides Glucose index in NAFLD and liver fibrosis Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 85 years
Conditions the study is for
Liver Fibrosis
What is being tested?
• Fasting triglycerides (TG) • Fasting plasma glucose • High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) • Liver enzymes (ALT, AST, GGT) • Platelet count • HbA1c • Lipid profile (total cholesterol, HDL-C,
How many people
96 participants
Where
1 siteEgypt
Study dates
2 Oct 2026to 2 Dec 2027
How long will I take part?
1 Year
Phase
Observational
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 85 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Study population: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is the most prevalent chronic liver disease in the world, affecting one-fourth of the global population, and represents a serious public health issue. NAFLD encompasses a broad spectrum of liver abnormalities, ranging from simple hepatic steatosis, which is thought to be benign, to non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) without fibrosis and progressing to fibrotic NASH. The evolution of liver fibrosis results in irreversible architectural changes of the liver and can progress to Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) (Sheka et al., 2020; Zhou et al., 2025). NAFLD is associated with an increased risk of systemic metabolic disorders, such as hyperuricemia, hyperlipidemia, IR, and hyperglycemia. These metabolic disorders, in combination with NAFLD, contribute to the risk of developing extrahepatic malignancies and cardiovascular diseases, which are the main causes of extrahepatic mortality (Li et al., 2022). High-sensitivity C-reactive protein

Who may be able to join

  • Adults ≥18 years
  • Available fasting labs: TG, fasting glucose, hs-CRP
  • Valid liver assessment by VCTE (FibroScan LSM) and CAP or ultrasound-based steatosis assessment

Who cannot join

  • 1- Significant alcohol intake (define using your local standard; commonly sex-specific thresholds) 2- Viral hepatitis (HBsAg positive and/or HCV RNA positive) 3- Other chronic liver diseases (autoimmune hepatitis, hemochromatosis, Wilson's, etc.) 4- Pregnancy

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Nourhan Sayed Jadelrab Alsayed, Resident contact

01156076721

nouralsayed999@gmail.com

Nourhan Sayed Jadelrab Sayed Alsayed, Resident contact

01040888770

nouralsayed999@gmail.com

Egypt1 site
  • Assiut University Hospital Assiut, Assiut Governorate

    Asyut

    Nour Nourhan Sayed Jadelrab, Resident, 01156076721, nouralsayed999@gmail.com

Other trials in Egypt

About this study

Official title: Correlation Between hs CRP TG Triglycerides Glucose Index in NAFLD and Liver Fibrosis

The Correlation between hs CRP TG triglycerides Glucose index in NAFLD and liver fibrosis

Read the detailed description

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is the most prevalent chronic liver disease in the world, affecting one-fourth of the global population, and represents a serious public health issue. NAFLD encompasses a broad spectrum of liver abnormalities, ranging from simple hepatic steatosis, which is thought to be benign, to non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) without fibrosis and progressing to fibrotic NASH. The evolution of liver fibrosis results in irreversible architectural changes of the liver and can progress to Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) (Sheka et al., 2020; Zhou et al., 2025). NAFLD is associated with an increased risk of systemic metabolic disorders, such as hyperuricemia, hyperlipidemia, IR, and hyperglycemia. These metabolic disorders, in combination with NAFLD, contribute to the risk of developing extrahepatic malignancies and cardiovascular diseases, which are the main causes of extrahepatic mortality (Li et al., 2022).

High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) is a widely used biomarker for measuring systemic inflammation and is readily available for measurement. It is especially useful for identifying low-grade inflammation and has been associated with adverse health outcomes, including cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and decreased physical function (Banait et al., 2022; Son et al., 2022). In addition, hs-CRP is a marker of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as interleukin-6 (IL- 6) and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), and it has been used as a useful and valid marker of inflammation in large-scale epidemiological studies (Banait et al., 2022). In addition, the C-reactive protein-triglyceride glucose index (CTI) is a composite index that integrates the triglyceride and glucose (TyG) index with hs-CRP, thus reflecting both insulin resistance and systemic inflammation. Previous studies have found that the CTI is linked to various diseases, such as coronary heart disease, depression, stroke, NAFLD, and liver fibrosis (Ruan et al., 2022 Recent research has helped elucidate the pathogenic roles of insulin resistance (IR) and inflammation in NAFLD. Patients with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) are likely to have higher levels of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) and pro-inflammatory cytokines, which could contribute to chronic inflammation and disease progression. Moreover, systemic inflammation is known to play a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of advanced cirrhosis (Ling et al., 2023). The triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index, a non-invasive surrogate marker of insulin resistance, is strongly linked with the development and progression of hepatic steatosis and fibrosis. The combined high-sensitivity C-reactive protein and triglyceride glucose index (CTI), which combines TyG and hs-CRP, offers a comprehensive estimate that reflects both insulin resistance and inflammation (Ruan et al., 2022; Xu et al., 2024). However, there are only a limited number of studies with a limited number of patients that have addressed the Correlation between the hs-CRP-triglyceride glucose index and NAFLD and liver fibrosis.

Conditions
Liver Fibrosis
Being tested
• Fasting triglycerides (TG) • Fasting plasma glucose • High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) • Liver enzymes (ALT, AST, GGT) • Platelet count • HbA1c • Lipid profile (total cholesterol, HDL-C,
Medical subject headings
Liver Cirrhosis

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • • Fasting triglycerides (TG) • Fasting plasma glucose • High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) • Liver enzymes (ALT, AST, GGT) • Platelet count • HbA1c • Lipid profile (total cholesterol, HDL-C,Other

    Participants will be instructed to fast for 8-12 hours before blood sampling. Venous blood samples will be collected in the morning and analyzed in a certified laboratory for:

    • Fasting triglycerides (TG)
    • Fasting plasma glucose
    • High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP)
    • Liver enzymes (ALT, AST, GGT)
    • Platelet count
    • HbA1c
    • Lipid profile (total cholesterol, HDL-C, LDL-C)
Study groups in NCT07513922
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Participants will be instructed to fast for 8-12 hours before blood sampling. Venous blood samples wNot described
Receives: Other: • Fasting triglycerides (TG) • Fasting plasma glucose • High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) • Liver enzymes (ALT, AST, GGT) • Platelet count • HbA1c • Lipid profile (total cholesterol, HDL-C,

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Presence of NAFLD (defined by CAP ≥248 dB/m after exclusion of secondary causes).

    Measured: 1Year

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted7 Apr 2026
  2. Study start2 Oct 2026 (estimated)
  3. Primary completion2 Oct 2027 (estimated)
  4. Study completion2 Dec 2027 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Observational
Observational model
Other
Time perspective
Cross-sectional
Enrolment
96 participants (estimated)
Target duration
1 Year
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07513922
Sponsor's protocol ID
hs CRP TG Glucose index
Status last verified
Mar 2026
First submitted
31 Mar 2026
Last updated
7 Apr 2026
Results posted
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Zhou Y, Lin H, Weng X, Dai H, Xu J. Correlation between hs-CRP-triglyceride glucose index and NAFLD and liver fibrosis. BMC Gastroenterol. 2025 Apr 12;25(1):252. doi: 10.1186/s12876-025-03870-7.

    PubMed 40221654
  • Xu M, Zhang L, Xu D, Shi W, Zhang W. Usefulness of C-reactive protein-triglyceride glucose index in detecting prevalent coronary heart disease: findings from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 1999-2018. Front Cardiovasc Med. 2024 Oct 15;11:1485538. doi: 10.3389/fcvm.2024.1485538. eCollection 2024.

    PubMed 39473894
  • Son DH, Song SA, Lee YJ. Association Between C-Reactive Protein and Relative Handgrip Strength in Postmenopausal Korean Women Aged 45-80 Years: A Cross-Sectional Study. Clin Interv Aging. 2022 Jun 17;17:971-978. doi: 10.2147/CIA.S356947. eCollection 2022.

    PubMed 35747693
  • Sheka AC, Adeyi O, Thompson J, Hameed B, Crawford PA, Ikramuddin S. Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis: A Review. JAMA. 2020 Mar 24;323(12):1175-1183. doi: 10.1001/jama.2020.2298.

    PubMed 32207804
  • Ruan GT, Xie HL, Zhang HY, Liu CA, Ge YZ, Zhang Q, Wang ZW, Zhang X, Tang M, Song MM, Zhang XW, Yang M, Chen YB, Yu KY, Deng L, Gong YZ, Hu W, Wang KH, Cong MH, Shi HP. A Novel Inflammation and Insulin Resistance Related Indicator to Predict the Survival of Patients With Cancer. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2022 Jun 20;13:905266. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2022.905266. eCollection 2022.

    PubMed 35795140
  • Ling Q, Chen J, Liu X, Xu Y, Ma J, Yu P, Zheng K, Liu F, Luo J. The triglyceride and glucose index and risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A dose-response meta-analysis. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2023 Jan 19;13:1043169. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2022.1043169. eCollection 2022.

    PubMed 36743937
  • Li Q, Han Y, Hu H, Zhuge Y. Gamma-glutamyl transferase to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio has a non-linear association with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: A secondary prospective cohort study in non-obese Chinese adults. Front Med (Lausanne). 2022 Nov 17;9:995749. doi: 10.3389/fmed.2022.995749. eCollection 2022.

    PubMed 36465946
  • Banait T, Wanjari A, Danade V, Banait S, Jain J. Role of High-Sensitivity C-reactive Protein (Hs-CRP) in Non-communicable Diseases: A Review. Cureus. 2022 Oct 12;14(10):e30225. doi: 10.7759/cureus.30225. eCollection 2022 Oct.

    PubMed 36381804

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

An observational study of Liver Fibrosis, run by Assiut University at 1 site in Egypt.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 7 Apr 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Egypt. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Nourhan Sayed Jadelrab Alsayed, Resident (01156076721, nouralsayed999@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Presence of NAFLD (defined by CAP ≥248 dB/m after exclusion of secondary causes). (time frame: 1Year). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07513922, which also lists 8 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 7 Apr 2026.

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