Testing a blood test to guide antibiotics for lung infections
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial studies whether using the MeMed BV® blood test in the emergency room or urgent care can help doctors decide when antibiotics are (or are not) needed for suspected lung infections. It may help reduce unnecessary antibiotics while still treating infections when needed.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older, and you can (or your guardian can) sign consent.
- Your symptoms started within the last 7 days.
- You have a fever of at least 100°F (37.8°C) OR you felt “feverish” at least once in the last 7 days.
- A clinician thinks you might have a bacterial or viral lower lung infection (new/worsening cough, mucus, shortness of breath, or abnormal lung sounds like wheezing).
- You have not taken systemic antibiotics in the 72 hours before enrollment, and you are not pregnant.
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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