Simple urine test could spot prostate cancer early
NCT ID NCT06347809
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether DNA markers found in urine can help detect prostate cancer. Researchers collected urine and prostate fluid samples from 24 men with or suspected of having prostate cancer. The goal was to see how accurate these markers are and to understand patient opinions on this type of screening.
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 lead to a simple, non-invasive urine test to help detect prostate cancer earlier.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early, terminated study with only 24 participants, so results may not be reliable or widely applicable.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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