Blood test to tell if TB treatment is working
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Infections clinical trials.
This study tests a blood test that may help tell the difference between a sign that your body is fighting tuberculosis and a sign that the treatment is not working. It is for people with TB outside the lungs who have swollen lymph nodes that are not improving after at least 3 months of treatment.
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Who can take part
- You have tuberculosis outside your lungs (extrapulmonary TB)
- You have swollen lymph nodes that are getting worse or not getting better
- You have been on TB treatment for at least 3 months
- You are 18 years or older
- You can understand and sign a consent form
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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