New rapid mpox tests could speed up diagnosis in remote areas

NCT ID NCT07620600

Not yet recruiting Diagnosis Sponsor: Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics, Switzerland Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will check how well three new rapid tests detect mpox virus compared to a standard lab test. Researchers will use about 80 stored skin swab samples from Uganda. The goal is to see if these quick, portable tests are accurate enough for use in places without full labs.

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 successful, this could lead to faster, more accessible mpox testing in areas with limited lab resources, helping control outbreaks.
What could go wrong: This is a small, retrospective study using stored samples, not a real-world test. The tests may not perform as well in actual outbreak conditions.

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Conditions

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monkeypox

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MONKEY POX

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