New test for diagnosing latent and active TB
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests a new type of lab test to find TB bacteria more accurately. It is for people who are being checked for latent (hidden) TB infection, or who have just been diagnosed with active TB. The goal is to see if the new test can help doctors diagnose TB better and faster.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 16 years old or older.
- You are being screened for latent TB, or you have been newly diagnosed with active TB and have not yet started treatment.
- You do not have HIV, or you are willing to be tested for HIV (if you don't know your status).
- You have never taken antibiotics for TB or latent TB before.
- You do not have symptoms of active TB (if being screened for latent TB).
- If you have active TB, your hemoglobin level is not too low (will be checked by a blood test).
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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