A simpler TB treatment monitoring test in Kenya
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a new blood test to see if it can help monitor how well TB treatment is working. It may provide a faster and easier way to check progress than current methods.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been recently diagnosed with TB in your lungs (pulmonary TB) and have not started TB treatment yet.
- You are willing to visit the clinic for follow-up visits and interviews.
- You can provide written consent to join the study.
- You have not had TB treatment in the last 6 months.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study is looking at how a simple blood test can help monitor tuberculosis (TB) treatment. It may help doctors know sooner if the treatment is working.
This study tests new, faster ways to detect tuberculosis (TB) using phlegm, tongue swabs, or urine. It aims to find a simpler and more accurate test than current ones, which could help you get the right treatment sooner.
This study tests rapid TB screening and lab-style diagnostic methods to see how well they find TB disease and TB that is resistant to rifampin (a key TB drug). It may help doctors diagnose TB faster and more accurately, especially in people at higher risk.
This study tests new tools that can check for tuberculosis (TB) more quickly at or near where care happens. It includes people with cough or TB risk factors, and also the health workers who perform TB testing, to see how well the tests work and how easy they are to use.
This study is testing new ways to quickly diagnose TB in children under 15. It aims to find better tests that can be used at clinics, especially for kids who may not have obvious symptoms.
This study tests new ways to diagnose and monitor tuberculosis (TB) in children under 15 who might have TB in their lungs. The goal is to improve how we find and treat TB so children get better faster.
Hear when a new Tuberculosis trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.