Clinical trials

Summary The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) Research Accelerated by You (RAY) Registry is a fully remote, longitudinal registry designed to collect data from adults and children living with lupus. The primary goal is to better understand the diagnosis, treatment, care, and quality of life for those affected by the disease. Remote Participation This is a decentralized, online-only registry. Participation is conducted entirely through a secure web-based portal. There are no physical site visits or travel requirements; participants can contribute from any location with internet access. Participation Details Consent: Informed consent is completed electronically. Surveys: Participants complete electronic surveys upon enrollment and every six months thereafter. Data Types: Collected data is self-reported and includes demographics, diagnosis history, treatment information, and patient-reported outcomes (PROs), such as quality of life. Purpose and Data Use The LFA uses registry data to: Address Constituent Needs: Inform programs and resources for the lupus community. Advance Research: Share patient insights with to ensure therapies are developed with the consideration of what matters and what matters most to people living with lupus. Patient Engagement and Clinical Research Matching: Participants may be contacted to assess eligibility for patient engagement or clinical research opportunities or to complete specific sub-surveys regarding trial participation.