New TB tests study in Pakistan for screened patients
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study tests new, easier ways to diagnose TB, like tongue swabs or sputum tests. It is for people who have already had a chest X-ray with a computer-aided detection (CAD) score.
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Who can take part
- You have had a chest X-ray with a CAD score to check for TB.
- You are 12 years old or older.
- You agree to give samples like a tongue swab or sputum (phlegm).
- You have not been diagnosed with active lung TB before.
- 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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