Saliva swabs could replace needles for virus monitoring in ovarian cancer patients

NCT ID NCT06870539

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

Summary

This study tested whether saliva samples can be used to remotely monitor cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in people receiving treatment for ovarian cancer. Researchers compared saliva and blood samples from 49 participants, collected either at the clinic or at home. The goal was to see if saliva is a reliable and convenient alternative to blood draws for tracking CMV, a common virus that can cause problems in cancer patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cytomegalovirus infection fallopian tube carcinoma fallopian tube neoplasm ovarian cancer ovarian carcinoma primary peritoneal carcinoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

  • University of Minnesota/Masonic Cancer Center

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States