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A tiny drop of blood might be enough: study tests fingerstick accuracy

NCT ID NCT06046651

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First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study collects blood samples from 10,000 healthy adults using both a fingerstick and a traditional needle draw from the arm. The goal is to compare lab results from the two methods and see how well fingerstick samples hold up after a few days of storage. The findings could help make blood testing easier and more accessible for conditions like metabolic disorders, hair loss, and sexual dysfunction.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could improve the accuracy and convenience of blood testing, potentially enabling reliable fingerstick tests for a range of health conditions.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study focused on lab methods, not a treatment. Results may not directly change clinical practice, and sample storage or collection variations could affect outcomes.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 10,000 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2023

Expected to finish

Aug 2033

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

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

Healthy members of the community aged 18 years and over

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Any gender, in good general health * Must be 18 years old or older, inclusive at enrollment * Must be willing to provide capillary blood samples via a fingerstick and venous blood samples, including self-collection and collection by a licensed healthcare professional * Must be able to read, understand, and willingly sign an Informed Consent Form (ICF) and complete a brief health questionnaire * Must be able to read, speak and understand English * Must be available to attend one study visit at Investigator's laboratory or a third-party laboratory designated by the Investigator or collect samples at home, at the discretion of the Investigator. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who are unable to provide a blood sample due to any illness * Individuals participating in another research study, that the Investigator feels may compromise study outcomes * Individuals having an acute or chronic disease or medical condition, including pregnancy, which could excessively increase study risk in the opinion of the Investigator or compromise study outcomes * Individuals who are unlikely to be available for the duration of the study

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Roman Health Ventures Study Site

    RECRUITING

    San Francisco, California, 94107, United States

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