At-home blood test for prostate cancer detection
Official title: TOPIC 455: FINGERSTICK BLOOD TEST FOR POINT-OF-CARE DETECTION OF PROSTATE SPECIFIC ANTIGEN
Funded at Intelligent Optical Systems, INC. · NIH-11219740 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a simple and affordable at-home test that helps men check their prostate health by measuring PSA levels, making it easier to keep track of any changes without needing to go to a lab.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Intelligent Optical Systems, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Torrance, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | September 15, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $382,537 |
| NIH project number | 75N91024C00063-0-9999-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11219740 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are men who are at risk for prostate cancer or those who wish to monitor their PSA levels regularly.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have already been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop an affordable at-home test for measuring prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, which can help in the early detection and monitoring of prostate cancer. The test utilizes an innovative lateral flow assay that combines sampling and testing into a single device, making it user-friendly. A smartphone app will analyze the test results, allowing men to easily track their PSA levels without needing a lab visit. The project includes phases for prototype development, clinical validation, and regulatory approval to ensure the test is effective and safe for home use.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower men to monitor their prostate health more effectively and facilitate early intervention for prostate cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in developing home testing devices for various health conditions, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Intelligent Optical Systems, INC.
Torrance, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nguyen, Trong — Intelligent Optical Systems, INC.
- Study coordinator: Nguyen, Trong
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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.