New study aims to simplify diagnosis of autoimmune platelet disorder
NCT ID NCT04800458
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether a specialized blood test (MAIPA) can accurately identify autoimmune thrombocytopenia (ITP) in patients with low platelet counts. Currently, ITP is diagnosed by ruling out other causes, which can be slow and uncertain. Researchers will collect blood samples from 225 adults with low platelets to see if anti-platelet antibodies detected by MAIPA can confirm an autoimmune cause at diagnosis.
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 could lead to a more reliable diagnostic test for autoimmune thrombocytopenia, reducing misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not change current practice if the antibody test proves unreliable or impractical.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Bordeaux - service de médecine interne
RECRUITINGPessac, France
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