Measuring TB DNA in blood and urine for diagnosis
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study looks for TB DNA in blood and urine samples to see if it can help diagnose tuberculosis (TB) more quickly. It includes people with active TB, those with a latent (hidden) TB infection, and healthy volunteers without TB.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older
- If you have active TB, you must have started treatment less than 24 hours ago
- You must have a life expectancy of at least 12 months
- You can have active TB, a dormant TB infection, or be a healthy volunteer without TB
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