New technology for identifying respiratory viruses

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Pictura Bio system, a novel rapid pathogen identification technology, in detecting and differentiating respiratory viruses from nasopharyngeal swabs. The study will collect data to train algorithms that enhance the accuracy of virus identification. By monitoring the system's performance over time, researchers hope to improve its sensitivity and specificity for clinical use. The ultimate goal is to provide a rapid, cost-effective diagnostic tool that can help manage respiratory infections more effectively.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Provide informed, (parental/guardian, where appropriate) consent
* Able to provide nasopharyngeal swab/aspirate specimens.
* A clinical suspicion of a respiratory viral infection with one or more of the following symptoms:
* Coryzal symptoms (runny nose, sneezing and/or nasal congestion)
* New onset of cough
* Sore throat
* Head and/or Muscle aches
* Fever or chills

Exclusion Criteria:

* Unable to comply with study procedures or where in the opinion of the investigator, undertaking a nasopharyngeal swab may be detrimental to the individual
* Lacking capacity to consent

Where it's running

• Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, Queen Alexandra Hospital
  Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Sharon Glaysher, Dr — Portsmouth University Hospital NHS Trust
• Study coordinator: Yvette Hibberd
• Email: Yvette.hibberd@porthosp.nhs.uk
• Phone: 023 9228 6000

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.