Quick blood test for mild traumatic brain injury in the emergency room
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests a rapid blood test (i-STAT Alinity) to help diagnose mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) in people who come to the emergency department after a blow to the head. The goal is to see if this blood test can reduce the need for CT scans.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You came to the emergency room within 24 hours of a blunt head impact
- Your initial emergency room assessment (GCS) is between 13 and 15, meaning you have a mild brain injury
- You have new or worsening symptoms like feeling dazed, confused, memory loss, or loss of consciousness for 30 minutes or less
- You do not have a pre-existing neurological condition, brain tumor, or history of brain surgery
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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