New AI-Guided blood test could slash unnecessary antibiotic use
NCT ID NCT07205575
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a blood test that measures three proteins (ICAM1, CFHR5, and GRN) to help doctors quickly tell whether a fever is caused by bacteria or a virus. Researchers studied 394 adults with high fever and short illness duration. The goal is to improve diagnosis and reduce unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Proteomic Biomarker Panel (blood test measuring ICAM1, CFHR5, and GRN proteins)
What this could lead to
If successful, this blood test could help doctors quickly tell whether a fever is caused by bacteria or a virus, reducing unnecessary antibiotic use.
What could go wrong
This is a completed diagnostic study, not a treatment trial. The test's accuracy may not be high enough for routine use, and results may not apply to all patient groups.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Qilu Hospital of Shandong University
Jinan, Shandong, 250012, China