National Jewish Health
Clinical trials sponsored by National Jewish Health, explained in plain language.
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New breathing test could detect hidden lung disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is testing whether a breathing test called the lung clearance index (LCI) can detect small airways disease in adults with chronic lung conditions like asthma or fibrosis. Researchers will compare results from 300 patients with lung disease to 300 healthy volunteers. Th…
Sponsor: National Jewish Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Blood test may predict lung decline in rare disease
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study is looking for markers in the blood that can predict whether a person's chronic hypersensitivity pneumonitis will get worse over time. Researchers will follow about 137 patients at 7 U.S. centers for 24 months, tracking lung function, symptoms, and CT scans. The goal i…
Sponsor: National Jewish Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC