New algorithm aims to speed up diagnosis of mysterious high white blood cell counts

NCT ID NCT02581514

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a decision algorithm to help doctors diagnose the cause of eosinophilia (high levels of a type of white blood cell). The algorithm guides which tests to do and in what order. Researchers enrolled 53 patients and measured how many followed the algorithm correctly, how often a diagnosis was made, and how long it took. The goal is to make diagnosis faster and more efficient.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If the algorithm works well, it could help doctors diagnose the cause of high eosinophil levels more quickly and with fewer tests.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study (53 people) testing a diagnostic process, not a treatment. The algorithm may not work for everyone or in other hospitals.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypereosinophilic syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Médecine Interne A

    Limoges, 87000, France