A quick test for diagnosing coccidioidomycosis.
Official title: Rapid immunoassay for diagnosis of coccidioidomycosis
Funded at Dxdiscovery, INC. · NIH-10712521 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a quick test to help doctors diagnose coccidioidomycosis, a fungal infection, so that patients can get the right treatment faster.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dxdiscovery, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Reno, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2022 |
| Project end | September 29, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2022 |
| Award (this year) | $1,469,691 |
| NIH project number | 75N93022C00028-0-9999-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10712521 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals exhibiting symptoms of coccidioidomycosis or those at high risk of exposure to Coccidioides species.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have already been diagnosed and treated for coccidioidomycosis may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a rapid immunoassay to diagnose coccidioidomycosis, a fungal infection caused by Coccidioides species. The approach involves developing a test that can quickly detect the presence of specific antibodies or antigens related to the infection, which could significantly reduce the time it takes to receive a diagnosis. By streamlining the diagnostic process, patients can receive timely treatment and management of their condition. The methodology includes laboratory testing and validation of the immunoassay to ensure its accuracy and reliability for clinical use.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster and more accurate diagnoses for patients suffering from coccidioidomycosis.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in developing rapid diagnostic tests for various infectious diseases, indicating potential for this approach in coccidioidomycosis.
Where this research is happening
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Dxdiscovery, INC.
Reno, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Burnham Maruscich, Amanda — Dxdiscovery, INC.
- Study coordinator: Burnham Maruscich, Amanda
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.