New study hopes to spot sepsis in kids faster with MicroRNA
NCT ID NCT02055105
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether measuring tiny molecules called microRNA in the blood can help doctors detect sepsis in children more quickly and accurately than current methods. Researchers will follow 50 children admitted to the pediatric ICU with suspected sepsis, tracking their microRNA levels and comparing them to standard severity scores. The goal is to see if these biomarkers can predict the risk of death or organ failure better than existing tools.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a faster, more accurate way to diagnose sepsis in children and predict who is at highest risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study. It only measures biomarkers and does not test a treatment, so it may not directly improve patient outcomes.
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Phoenix Children's Hospital
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Phoenix Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGPhoenix, Arizona, 85019, United States
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