Can a simple blood test spot cancer early? 25,000 volunteers help find out
NCT ID NCT06589310
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This registry study is testing a blood test designed to detect multiple types of cancer early by looking for DNA and protein changes linked to cancer. Researchers will follow 25,000 people aged 50 to 80 who take the test and any follow-up imaging. The goal is to see how well the test works in real-world settings and whether it helps catch cancer sooner.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Exact Sciences Multicancer Early Detection (MCED) blood test
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a simple blood test can catch several types of cancer early, potentially improving survival rates.
What could go wrong
This is an observational registry, not a controlled trial. The test may produce false positives or miss some cancers, and results may not apply to everyone.
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Baylor Scott & White Health
RECRUITINGDallas, Texas, 75246, United States
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Endeavor Health
RECRUITINGEvanston, Illinois, 60201, United States
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