New Finger-Prick test could speed up diabetes monitoring

NCT ID NCT05403853

First seen Jun 16, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a new point-of-care device that measures HbA1c (a key blood sugar marker) from a finger-prick sample. Researchers compared its results to a standard lab method in 177 adults with or at risk for diabetes. The goal was to see if the quick test is accurate enough for routine monitoring.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Intelligent Clinical

    Glasgow, United Kingdom

  • NHS Lanarkshire

    Glasgow, United Kingdom

  • Ninewells Hospital, Dundee

    Dundee, United Kingdom

  • Victoria Hospital

    Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom

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 the device is accurate, it could allow faster, easier diabetes monitoring without waiting for lab results.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed device comparison study, not a treatment trial. The test may not be as accurate in all settings or populations.

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.