Collecting blood samples for lab analysis
Blood Specimen Collection For Laboratory Assay Research
This study is testing whether blood samples taken from a finger prick can be just as good as traditional blood draws from a vein for helping with medical tests, making it easier and less stressful for patients.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 10000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Roman Health Ventures Inc. Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 1 site (San Francisco, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06046651 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to collect capillary and venous blood specimens to support the development and validation of laboratory procedures. It focuses on the viability of capillary blood samples for diagnostic testing, addressing the challenges of traditional venipuncture methods that can cause patient distress. By comparing the results from capillary samples to the gold standard venous samples, the study seeks to enhance remote health monitoring and improve patient compliance. The research will also explore the stability of these samples under various conditions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older in good general health who can provide both capillary and venous blood samples.
Not a fit: Patients unable to provide blood samples due to illness or those with acute or chronic medical conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the accessibility and comfort of blood testing for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on the stability of capillary samples, the approach of using capillary blood for diagnostics is gaining traction and has shown promise in preliminary studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Any gender, in good general health * Must be 18 years old or older, inclusive at enrollment * Must be willing to provide capillary blood samples via a fingerstick and venous blood samples, including self-collection and collection by a licensed healthcare professional * Must be able to read, understand, and willingly sign an Informed Consent Form (ICF) and complete a brief health questionnaire * Must be able to read, speak and understand English * Must be available to attend one study visit at Investigator's laboratory or a third-party laboratory designated by the Investigator or collect samples at home, at the discretion of the Investigator. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who are unable to provide a blood sample due to any illness * Individuals participating in another research study, that the Investigator feels may compromise study outcomes * Individuals having an acute or chronic disease or medical condition, including pregnancy, which could excessively increase study risk in the opinion of the Investigator or compromise study outcomes * Individuals who are unlikely to be available for the duration of the study
Where this trial is running
San Francisco, California
- Roman Health Ventures Study Site — San Francisco, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nitin Vaswani, MD — Principal Investigator
- Study coordinator: Nitin Vaswani, MD
- Email: nitin.vaswani@ro.co
- Phone: 7577263449
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.