No more throat swabs? saliva test for strep throat shows promise
NCT ID NCT05521568
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a rapid molecular test using saliva can accurately diagnose strep throat in children aged 3-15. Researchers compared the saliva test to standard throat swab methods in 800 children visiting primary care. If accurate, this could replace uncomfortable throat swabs with a simple saliva sample.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Abbott ID NOW STREP A 2 rapid molecular test
What this could lead to
If successful, this could allow quick, painless strep throat diagnosis using saliva instead of throat swabs, making testing easier for children.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The test may not be as accurate on saliva as on throat swabs, and results may not change current practice.
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Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, France