Finger-prick blood tests during routine clinic visits
Part of Immune system & allergy, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares finger-prick blood samples with traditional arm vein blood draws taken during your regular clinic visit. It aims to see if finger-prick testing is a good alternative for monitoring conditions like autoimmune diseases, transplants, or mental health disorders, especially for children.
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Who can take part
- You must already be scheduled for a routine blood test at a clinic as part of your standard care.
- You need to be willing to do a finger-prick blood test, either on your own or with help.
- Adults must be 18 or older and able to give written consent.
- Children aged 6–15 may join if a parent or guardian agrees, and the child gives their own agreement if appropriate.
- You must not have any skin issues, infections, or injuries at the finger-prick site, and no allergies to the device materials.
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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