Investigating infections caused by enteric pathogens in children using blood tests
Enteric Pathogen Force of Infection among Children using Serology
This study is looking at how germs that cause stomach illnesses in kids spread and make them sick, especially in places with fewer resources, and it aims to use blood tests instead of stool samples to better track these infections and help keep children healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890061 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how enteric pathogens, which are a major cause of illness in children, spread and affect health, particularly in low-resource settings. By using blood samples instead of stool samples, the study aims to develop new methods to monitor these infections more effectively. The researchers will utilize advanced blood tests to measure immune responses to various pathogens over time, providing valuable insights into infection patterns and transmission. This approach could lead to improved surveillance and better public health strategies to protect children from these infections.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children under the age of 11, particularly those living in low-resource settings where enteric infections are prevalent.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 11 years or those living in high-resource settings may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better monitoring and prevention strategies for enteric infections in children, ultimately reducing illness and improving health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success in using blood tests to monitor other infectious diseases, indicating that this approach may also be effective for enteric pathogens.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Arnold, Benjamin F — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Arnold, Benjamin F
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.