Tests pleural fluid markers to tell cancer from non-cancer fluid
Part of Cancer, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares several substances found in the fluid around the lungs (pleural effusion) to see whether the fluid is caused by cancer or by non-cancer conditions. It may help doctors figure out the cause faster using pleural fluid test results.
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Who can take part
- You must be age 18 or older
- You need an exudative pleural effusion (fluid with specific lab features)
- You must be admitted to the Chest Diseases and Tuberculosis department at Assiut University Hospital
- You must agree to take part in the study
- You should be able to provide pleural fluid as part of the evaluation
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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