New rapid test could slash TB diagnosis time in High-Burden regions

NCT ID NCT04752592

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

Summary

This study tested a new rapid blood test called SeroSelectTB to see if it can diagnose active tuberculosis (TB) faster than current methods. Over 9,000 adults in South Africa, Tanzania, and Ethiopia who were unwell and suspected of having TB or pneumonia took part. The goal is to provide same-day results at local clinics, reducing delays in starting treatment and potentially lowering the spread of TB.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

active tuberculosis pulmonary tuberculosis tuberculosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kilimanjaro region, Tanzania

    Moshi, Tanzania

  • Sidama region

    Awasa, Ethiopia

  • Stellenbosch University Clinics

    Cape Town, Western Cape, 7505, South Africa