New TB test could speed up detection of Drug-Resistant strains

NCT ID NCT05117788

First seen Feb 11, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study evaluates a new PCR test (Bioneer Q-RFIA kit) for quickly and accurately detecting tuberculosis (TB) and resistance to key antibiotics. About 2,350 adults with TB symptoms will provide samples to see how well the test works compared to standard methods. The goal is to help doctors choose the right treatment faster, especially for drug-resistant TB.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia

    Lusaka, Zambia

  • Institute of Pneumology "Chiril Draganiuc"

    Chisinau, Moldova

  • Instituto de Medicina Tropical Alexander von Humboldt - Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia

    Lima, Peru

  • KEMRI

    Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

  • V.N Karazin Kharkiv National University

    Kharkiv, 61064, Ukraine

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