Could a simple Finger-Prick replace blood draws for antiphospholipid patients?

NCT ID NCT07570511

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a finger-stick device (Coaguchek) can accurately measure blood thickness in people with antiphospholipid syndrome who take blood thinners. Currently, these patients need regular blood draws from a vein, which is inconvenient. The study will compare finger-stick results to standard lab tests in 150 adults to see if the simpler method is reliable enough for everyday use.

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 successful, this could show that finger-stick INR tests are reliable for people with antiphospholipid syndrome, making blood monitoring easier and more convenient.
What could go wrong: This is an early observational study with no treatment being tested. It may find that finger-stick tests are not accurate enough, so current practice may not change.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

antiphospholipid syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANTIPHOSPHOLIPID SYNDROME VITAMINE K ANTAGONIST (VKA) TREATMENT

Contacts and locations

Locations

CHRU de Nancy

Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, 54500, France

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