Simple blood test aims to spot multiple cancers early

NCT ID NCT05181826

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study collects blood samples from healthy people, those with benign diseases, and cancer patients to develop a multi-analyte blood test. The test looks for DNA methylation markers that may indicate the presence of various cancers, especially liver cancer. Researchers aim to measure how sensitive and specific the test is, and to identify conditions that could cause false results.

What this could mean

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

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Multi-analyte Blood Test
What this could lead to
If successful, this blood test could help detect multiple cancers early, potentially improving treatment outcomes and survival rates.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study focused on test development, not a treatment. The test may not prove accurate enough for widespread use, and false positives or negatives are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Allina Health, Virginia Piper Cancer Institute

    RECRUITING

    Coon Rapids, Minnesota, 55433, United States

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  • Liver Center of Texas

    RECRUITING

    Dallas, Texas, 75234, United States

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  • Methodist Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Richardson, Texas, 75082, United States

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  • Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare

    RECRUITING

    Memphis, Tennessee, 38104, United States

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  • Torrance Memorial Physician Network - Cancer Care

    ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

    Redondo Beach, California, 90277, United States

  • VPCI Oncology Research

    RECRUITING

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55407, United States

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  • Virginia Piper Cancer Institute Mercy Hospital-Unity Campus

    RECRUITING

    Fridley, Minnesota, 55432, United States

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