Tears may hold key to spotting dangerous prostate cancer
NCT ID NCT01514669
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares tears and blood samples from men with and without prostate cancer to find clues that separate aggressive from non-aggressive disease. Researchers aim to develop a simple diagnostic tool. 75 men aged 35-85 who are being checked for prostate cancer will provide samples at one clinic visit.
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 simple, non-invasive test using tears or blood to identify aggressive prostate cancer early.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 75 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It's exploring possibilities, not proving a test works yet.
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, Arkansas, 72205, United States