New CRISPR test could speed up sepsis diagnosis and save lives

NCT ID NCT07580001

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study will test a new rapid test called NuRapid-CRISPR that uses CRISPR technology to quickly find the germ causing sepsis in ICU patients. The goal is to see if using this test helps doctors choose the right antibiotics faster and reduces deaths within 28 days. About 396 adults with suspected sepsis will take part across multiple hospitals.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
NuRapid-CRISPR rapid pathogen detection test
What this could lead to
If successful, this test could help doctors identify the cause of sepsis faster and choose the right antibiotics sooner, potentially saving lives in the ICU.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study that hasn't started recruiting yet. The test may not prove faster or more accurate than current methods, and results may not apply to all hospitals.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Center for Critical Care Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Shanghai

    Shanghai, China

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  • Shanghai Dongfang Hospital

    Shanghai, China

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  • Yangpu District Central Hospital, Shanghai

    Shanghai, China

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