New study puts schistosomiasis tests to the test in Near-Elimination zone
NCT ID NCT06808750
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This completed study in Pemba, Tanzania, compared several diagnostic tests for Schistosoma haematobium, a parasitic worm that causes a debilitating disease. Researchers tested 801 schoolchildren using methods like urine filtration, AI microscopy, and molecular tests. The goal was to find the most accurate and practical tests for use in areas where the infection is becoming rare, to help guide elimination and surveillance efforts.
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 identify the most reliable and practical tests for detecting schistosomiasis in areas where the disease is becoming rare, supporting elimination efforts.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed diagnostic study, not a treatment trial. The results may not apply to other regions or populations, and the tests may still miss some infections.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Public Health Laboratory - Ivo de Carneri (PHL-IdC)
Chake Chake, Pemba Island, Tanzania
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