Breath test vs. swab test for COVID-19
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study checks if a new breath test (eBAM-CoV) can accurately detect COVID-19 compared to the usual nose/throat swab test (RT-PCR). If you have symptoms or were exposed and are getting tested anyway, you may be able to help by also providing a breath sample.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have symptoms of COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who does, and you are already going for a standard COVID-19 test (RT-PCR).
- You are able to understand and follow instructions for using the breath test device.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or a new mother.
- You are not currently participating in another research study.
- You are not under court protection or guardianship.
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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