Spit test could spot oral cancer before it spreads
NCT ID NCT05791149
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether a simple saliva sample can help diagnose oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), a type of mouth cancer. Researchers will look for specific DNA changes (methylation) in the saliva of 30 patients with OSCC and compare them to 30 healthy controls. If the test works, it could lead to earlier and less invasive diagnosis, improving survival rates.
What this could mean
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Active substance
saliva collection for DNA methylation analysis
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple, non-invasive saliva test to detect oral cancer earlier and more accurately.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The test is still experimental and may not prove reliable enough for widespread use.
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Amiens University Hospital
RECRUITINGAmiens, Picardie, 80054, France
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