Tracking infection and inflammation markers in hospitalized COVID-19 patients

Dynamics of Nucleocapsid Antigen Serum Levels and Other Markers of Infection and Inflammation in Hospitalized Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Patients - a Pilot Study

Observational University Hospital Hradec Kralove · NCT04887623

This study looks at how different health factors affect the recovery of hospitalized COVID-19 patients by tracking their infection and inflammation markers.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 90 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity Hospital Hradec Kralove Academic / other
Drugs / interventionstocilizumab
Locations1 site (Hradec Králové)
Trial IDNCT04887623 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to analyze the evolution of inflammatory markers and other clinical parameters in hospitalized patients suffering from moderate to severe COVID-19. It will include 30 patients who will be monitored for various factors such as age, comorbidities, treatment interventions, and laboratory markers indicating the severity of their infection. The study will focus on understanding how these factors influence the patients' responses to the viral infection and their overall outcomes during and after hospitalization.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are hospitalized patients with a confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection requiring respiratory support.

Not a fit: Patients with a known history of interstitial lung disease or congestive heart failure may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of COVID-19 patient responses and improve treatment strategies.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in tracking inflammatory markers in COVID-19 patients, suggesting this approach is promising.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* SARS CoV2 positive test within last 14 day
* bilateral infiltrates on chest X.ray or CT
* need for oxygen to keep pulse oximetry saturation above 92% or other respiratory support measures (HFNO, non-invasive ventilation or invasive ventilation)

Exclusion Criteria:

* known history of intersticial lung disease
* known history of congestive heart failure

Where this trial is running

Hradec Králové

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions COVID-19 Respiratory InfectionCovid19Interleukin 6viremianucleocapsid antigen
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.