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Sodium Awareness in Lactation Trial
NCT06563726 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
SALT is a multi-centre, non-blinded, non-randomized prospective interventional pilot study teaching lactating parents of hospitalized preterm infants how to test their breastmilk sodium (Na) using point-of-care (POC) meters. A drop in Na is a sign of secretory activation in the breast that is associated with adequate short and long-term breast milk volumes in this vulnerable population. Primary Objective: Establish feasibility, acceptance, and time cost of parent-led parent milk Na testing in the first 14 days postpartum Secondary Objective: Further investigate relationships between pumping behaviours, lactation risk factors, daily milk Na and lactation outcomes Exploratory Objective: Explore how POC Na data may be used to modify pumping behaviour and milk volumes
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DIAGNOSTIC_TEST point-of-care milk sodium testing
Study Locations (2)
Washington
- Seattle Children's Hospital — Seattle
- University of Washington Medical Center - Montlake — Seattle
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 40 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-03-10 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-03 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06563726
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06563726 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 40 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is The Hospital for Sick Children, which has 15 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 4 conditions, with Preterm Birth appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention — of which point-of-care milk sodium testing is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06563726 reports 2 study locations spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Washington. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06563726 about?
NCT06563726 is a clinical study titled "Sodium Awareness in Lactation Trial". SALT is a multi-centre, non-blinded, non-randomized prospective interventional pilot study teaching lactating parents of hospitalized preterm infants how to test their breastmilk sodium (Na) using point-of-care (POC) meters. A drop in Na is a sign of secretory activation in the breast that is associ...
What is the current status of trial NCT06563726?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 40 participants. The study started on 2025-03-10. Estimated completion is 2026-03.
What conditions does trial NCT06563726 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Preterm Birth, Breastfeeding, Breast Pumping, Lactation; Insufficient, Partial. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06563726?
The interventions under investigation include: point-of-care milk sodium testing (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06563726?
This trial is sponsored by The Hospital for Sick Children, which has 15 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06563726 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across Washington. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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