Daily urine samples from 1,500 women could unlock fertility secrets
NCT ID NCT05642637
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study collects daily urine samples from 1,500 women who are trying to conceive. Participants use a Clearblue ovulation test to track their fertile window and provide samples for up to 3 menstrual cycles. The samples are stored in a biobank for future research on pregnancy and fertility. No treatment or intervention is given.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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About 1,500 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Dec 2022
- Expected to finish
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Jan 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A company
The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Women trying to conceive
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Females aged 18 and over actively trying to conceive * At least 2 regular consecutive cycles since last pregnancy/miscarriage/ stopping breastfeeding or contraception * Willing to disclose their pregnancy status and provide urine samples. * Willing to give informed consent and comply with the study procedures Exclusion Criteria: * Trying to conceive for \>6 months (under 35 years) or \> 3 months (35 years and over) * Has a diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) * Taking medication or has known condition which means they should not get pregnant. * Currently pregnant or breastfeeding * Using any treatment which may affect the menstrual cycle (e.g. contraceptive pill) * Using or has previously used infertility medications or hormone replacement medications containing LH or hCG \\ (e.g. Pregnyl®) * Using or undergoing any other medical treatment for fertility such as ovulation drugs, artificial insemination and assisted fertility such as IVF or ICSI * Peri-or post-menopausal, e.g. experiencing symptoms: irregular menstrual periods, hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbances and/or moods swings * Abnormal liver or kidney function * Taking antibiotics containing tetracycline. * Participated in this study within the last 6 months
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How to take part
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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SPD Development Company Ltd
RECRUITINGBedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 3UP, United Kingdom
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