Evaluating blood tests for quick pregnancy detection
Efficacy Evaluation of Using Finger Stick Peripheral Blood for Point of Care Pregnancy Testing
University of Nebraska · NCT06747598
This study is testing if a quick blood test from a finger stick can help pregnant people find out their pregnancy status faster than traditional urine tests.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Nebraska (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Omaha, Nebraska) |
| Trial ID | NCT06747598 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of using peripheral blood collected via a finger stick for point of care (POC) pregnancy testing in known pregnant individuals. Traditional POC pregnancy tests typically require urine samples, which can delay care, especially in urgent situations. By utilizing blood samples, this approach aims to streamline the testing process, making it more efficient and applicable in various scenarios, including wilderness medicine. The study will gather data to assess the feasibility and reliability of this method compared to conventional urine tests.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant females aged 19 years or older attending the Nebraska Medicine OB/GYN clinic.
Not a fit: Patients who do not meet the inclusion criteria, such as those who are not pregnant or under 19 years of age, will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this method could significantly expedite pregnancy testing and improve care in urgent or non-traditional settings.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown blood to be a viable alternative for POC pregnancy testing, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant female, 19 years or older, being seen at the Nebraska Medicine OB/GYN clinic Exclusion Criteria: * Does not meet inclusion criteria
Where this trial is running
Omaha, Nebraska
- University of Nebraska Medical Center — Omaha, Nebraska, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Thanh T Nguyen, PhD — University of Nebraska
- Study coordinator: Thanh T Nguyen, PhD
- Email: thang.nguyen@unmc.edu
- Phone: 402-559-7884
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.
Conditions: Pregnancy Testing, POC pregnacy testing serum