Can animals detect lung cancer by smell? a new study puts their noses to the test
NCT ID NCT06033248
First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study explores whether a biosensor using trained laboratory animals can detect non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) by smelling unique chemicals in urine. Participants include people with and without NSCLC, as well as those suspected of having it. The goal is to see if this animal-based platform can accurately identify cancer-specific odors, potentially leading to a non-invasive diagnostic tool.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a simple, non-invasive urine test to detect lung cancer early, reducing the need for biopsies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early feasibility study with a small sample size. The animal-based test may not be accurate enough for clinical use, and results may not generalize to broader populations.
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Basking Ridge (All Protocol Activities)
RECRUITINGBasking Ridge, New Jersey, 07920, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Bergen (All Protocol Activities)
RECRUITINGMontvale, New Jersey, 07645, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (All Protocol Activities)
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10065, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Monmouth (All Protocol Activities)
RECRUITINGMiddletown, New Jersey, 07748, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau (All Protocol Activities)
RECRUITINGUniondale, New York, 11553, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Suffolk-Commack (All Protocol Activities)
RECRUITINGCommack, New York, 11725, United States
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Westchester (All Protocol Activities)
RECRUITINGHarrison, New York, 10604, United States
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