Spit test for strep: no more throat swabs for kids?
NCT ID NCT05521568
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a rapid molecular test using saliva can correctly diagnose group A strep throat in children aged 3 to 15. Researchers compared the saliva test to standard throat swab culture and PCR methods. The goal is to make strep testing faster and less uncomfortable for kids in primary care settings.
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Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, France
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