About the Study

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA): A study of tears and blood markers for JIA and uveitis

The main reason for this research study is to help researchers to learn more about children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and/or uveitis (inflammation of the eye), and to help us identify who is at the greatest risk for uveitis development. Researchers also hope to discover whether certain markers in a child's tears and blood can better help to determine one's risk for developing uveitis. Investigators hope that early detection of uveitis, regular monitoring for eye disease and complications, and appropriate, timely therapy can improve the quality of life and long-term outcomes of children with arthritis and/or uveitis.

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Full Study Name: Predicting Eye Disease in Childhood Arthritis – Uveitis Study (PEDIA-U)