New biomarker test could spare patients unnecessary lung biopsies

NCT ID NCT01085864

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

Summary

This study looks for markers in blood, sputum, or urine that can help doctors decide if a lung nodule found on a CT scan is cancerous or harmless. The goal is to reduce the need for invasive biopsies. Researchers will also check if these markers return to normal after successful cancer surgery.

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Conditions

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Locations

  • University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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