No-Needle anemia test for pregnant women shows promise
NCT ID NCT07361380
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a portable device called VITA that uses high-resolution imaging of ear blood vessels to detect anemia in pregnant women. Anemia is common in pregnancy and usually requires a blood test. The goal is to see if VITA can measure hemoglobin and identify iron deficiency anemia as accurately as standard lab tests. 300 pregnant women aged 16-50 will participate.
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Active substance
Vascular Imaging Tool for the Auricle (VITA) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a quick, needle-free way to diagnose anemia in pregnant women, making testing more accessible.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 300 participants. The device may not be accurate enough to replace standard blood tests, and ear piercings could interfere with imaging.
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University of Oxford
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