Scientists seek 20,000 volunteers to help fight flu and COVID-19

NCT ID NCT05266222

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study aims to collect blood, nose, and saliva samples from up to 20,000 people aged 3 and older who have or may have a respiratory virus infection like flu or COVID-19. The samples will be stored and used in future research to better understand these viruses and how the immune system responds. Participation lasts up to 2 years and may include at-home sample collection kits.

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 study could help researchers develop better vaccines and treatments for respiratory viruses like flu and COVID-19.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study that does not test any treatment. It only collects samples for future research, so there is no direct benefit to participants.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Coronavinae infectious disease COVID-19 influenza

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • NIH Building 33 (NIAID)

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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