New finger clip could replace needles for sepsis monitoring
NCT ID NCT04796285
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a finger-clasp device called Lab Clasp that measures lactate from fluid just under the skin, similar to a pulse oximeter. Researchers want to see if it matches standard blood tests in 6 healthy adults. If it works, it could make sepsis monitoring easier and less invasive.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Lab Clasp device (finger-based interstitial fluid lactate monitor)
What this could lead to
If successful, this device could allow quick, needle-free lactate monitoring for sepsis, reducing the need for blood draws.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early validation study with only 6 healthy volunteers, so results may not apply to sick patients or real-world settings.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States