New finger prick test could spot toxoplasma infection in minutes
NCT ID NCT04474132
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study is testing a new finger prick device that can detect Toxoplasma infection from a drop of blood. Researchers will compare the device's results to a standard lab test in 210 adults, including pregnant women. The goal is to see if the finger prick test is accurate and easy to use, which could make testing faster and more convenient.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Toxoplasma ICT IgG-IgM BK finger prick test device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a quick, easy finger prick test for Toxoplasma infection, making diagnosis more accessible.
What could go wrong
This is an early feasibility study with only 210 participants. The new test may not match the accuracy of the standard lab test, and results may not apply to all populations.
Disclaimer
Read more
Show less
This is a summary of
the original study
.
Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for TOXOPLASMA INFECTIONS are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Study contacts
-
Contact
Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••
-
Contact
Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••
Locations
-
University of Chicago
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60637, United States
Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••
Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••