New 10-Minute syphilis test could save mothers and babies in uganda

NCT ID NCT07173764

Not yet recruiting Diagnosis Sponsor: St George's, University of London Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

Syphilis affects about 1 in 25 pregnant women in Uganda and can harm both mother and baby if untreated. This study will test a new rapid test that gives results in 10 minutes, comparing it to standard lab tests that take hours or days. Researchers will enroll 24 mothers and their newborns at Kawempe National Referral Hospital to see if the quick test is accurate enough for routine use.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Chembio DPP Syphilis TnT and Chembio DPP Syphilis CS rapid diagnostic tests
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a fast, reliable way to diagnose syphilis in mothers and babies at the bedside, enabling quicker treatment and preventing serious health problems.
What could go wrong: This is a very small study (24 participants) that only checks if the rapid test matches lab results. It does not yet prove the test improves health outcomes or is practical in all settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

congenital syphilis syphilis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SYPHILIS SYPHILIS, CONGENITAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Kawempe National Referral Hospital

Kampala, Uganda

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