Table 3. Comparison by APOL1 Status on Patient Psychosocial Behaviors 3 Months After Randomization.
| Characteristic | Intervention APOL1, No. (%)a | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low-risk genotypes (n = 1468) | High-risk genotypes (n = 218) | ||
| Had enough information on getting the test | 1425 (97) | 208 (95) | .28 |
| Information for test was easy to understand | 1391 (95) | 203 (94) | .42 |
| Would get tested again | 1420 (97) | 211 (97) | .83 |
| Made positive lifestyle changesb | 547 (37) | 129 (59) | <.001 |
| Changed how you take BP medication | 146 (10) | 53 (24) | <.001 |
| Take BP medication more often | 68 (5) | 21 (10) | .005 |
Abbreviation: BP, blood pressure.
a
A total of 1468 of 1561 patients with APOL1 low-risk genotypes and 218 of 234 patients with APOL1 high-risk genotypes completed the surveys.
b
Lifestyle changes were subjective and included having better dietary and exercise habits.