New 15-Minute test could stop superbug outbreaks in hospitals
NCT ID NCT07253311
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study evaluates a rapid diagnostic test that can detect Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus, in about 15 minutes. Researchers will compare the test's accuracy against standard lab methods using samples from 554 patients. The goal is to help hospitals quickly identify and contain this dangerous infection.
What this could mean
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Active substance
NG-Test® C.auris rapid diagnostic test (immunochromatography kit)
What this could lead to
If successful, this test could allow hospitals to detect Candida auris in about 15 minutes, helping to quickly isolate infected patients and prevent outbreaks.
What could go wrong
This is a diagnostic accuracy study, not a treatment trial. The test may not be as accurate in real-world settings as in the lab, and it does not directly improve patient outcomes.
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Attikon University Hospital
RECRUITINGAthens, Greece