Creating a quick at-home test for prostate cancer detection using fingerstick blood samples
TOPIC 455: DEVELOPMENT OF A RAPID AT-HOME TEST TO DETECT PROSTATE-SPECIFIC ANTIGEN USING SELF-COLLECTED FINGER STICKBLOOD
This study is working on a quick and easy at-home test that helps African-American men check for high levels of a protein linked to prostate cancer using just a drop of blood from a fingerstick, making it simple to use without any fancy equipment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Inbios International, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11219742 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a rapid at-home test that allows individuals to detect elevated levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) using blood samples collected from a simple fingerstick. The test is particularly focused on helping African-American men, who face higher risks of prostate cancer. The process involves optimizing a prototype test kit that provides results without the need for complex instruments, making it accessible for self-testing at home. The research will also include a prospective study to evaluate the test's performance in a home-like setting.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African-American men over the age of 40 who are at risk for prostate cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for prostate cancer or those under 40 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enable early detection of prostate cancer, potentially improving outcomes for at-risk patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar approaches in developing at-home diagnostic tests have shown promise, indicating potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, UNITED STATES
- Inbios International, INC. — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ratchaudhuri, Syamal — Inbios International, INC.
- Study coordinator: Ratchaudhuri, Syamal
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.