Breath test for malnutrition diagnosis
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study uses a simple breath test to see if it can help diagnose malnutrition. It might help find a quick, painless way to check for malnutrition without needles or scans.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 95 years old.
- You must have a diagnosis of malnutrition (confirmed in your medical records).
- You cannot have chronic kidney, liver, or lung disease.
- You cannot be using anabolic steroids other than testosterone (like oxandrolone).
- You must be able to drink study beverages and fast for 24 hours.
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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