Could a simple skin test uncover silent TB?
NCT ID NCT07587164
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new skin test called C-TST to find latent (hidden) tuberculosis infections in 300 adults in Indonesia who were close contacts of TB patients. Participants received both the skin test and a standard blood test (IGRA) to see how well the new test worked. The goal was to see if C-TST could be a reliable and easier way to diagnose latent TB.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Recombinant Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Fusion Protein Tuberculin Skin Test (C-TST)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a simpler, cheaper way to detect hidden TB infections, helping prevent the spread of TB.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study with 300 people in Indonesia, so results may not apply to other populations. The test may not be as accurate as existing methods.
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Conditions
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Locations
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RSUP Persahabatan (Persahabatan General Hospital)
Jakarta, Jakarta Timur (East Jakarta), 13220, Indonesia