Table 4.
Comparison of different working correlation structures using quasilikelihood information criterion
| Working Correlations | Estimate, ml/min per 1.73 m2 | SEM, ml/min per 1.73 m2 per year | P Value | QIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence | −0.17 | 0.32 | 0.60 | 84,143.50 |
| Exchangeable | −0.94 | 0.21 | <0.001 | 84,137.98 |
| Autoregressive | −1.33 | 0.23 | <0.001 | 84,140.64 |
Coefficients for year × APOL1, with APOL1 =2. Exchangeable correlation structure achieved the smallest QIC and hence, was more appropriate for the data. QIC, quasilikelihood information criterion.