A quick test for Hepatitis C virus
Rapid point-of-care molecular test for HCV VL
This project is creating a fast, easy-to-use test to find the Hepatitis C virus in people more quickly.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Redbud Labs, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11064785 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Currently, finding out if you have an active Hepatitis C infection often requires multiple visits and a long wait for results, which can make it hard for people to get the care they need. This project is developing a new, automated test that can be performed right where you are, in a single visit. It uses advanced technology to quickly detect the virus in a blood sample. The goal is to make it much simpler for more people to get tested and start treatment sooner.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: People who need to be tested for active Hepatitis C infection, especially those in communities with limited access to current testing methods, would be ideal candidates for this technology.
Not a fit: Patients who have already been diagnosed and are receiving treatment for Hepatitis C may not directly benefit from this new diagnostic tool.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this test could help more people with Hepatitis C get diagnosed and start treatment much faster, significantly improving public health.
How similar studies have performed: This project builds on successful Phase I development, indicating some prior positive results for the underlying technology.
Where this research is happening
Durham, UNITED STATES
- Redbud Labs, INC. — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fisher, Jay Kenneth — Redbud Labs, INC.
- Study coordinator: Fisher, Jay Kenneth
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 below.