Worms and COVID: surprising immune link explored in india
NCT ID NCT04813328
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how having intestinal worms (helminths) and COVID-19 antibodies changes the immune system and gut bacteria. Researchers will collect blood and stool samples from 1500 people in India to measure infections and immune markers. The goal is to understand these interactions, not to test a treatment.
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National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis - International Centers for Excellence in Research (NIRT-ICER)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India