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Lollipop could replace painful throat swabs for kids

NCT ID NCT05175196

Diagnosis Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a lollipop-shaped device called CandyCollect to see if it can detect strep throat in children ages 5-17. Kids suck on the lollipop for a few minutes, and it captures bacteria in special channels. Researchers compare results to standard throat swabs to see if the candy-like test is just as accurate and more comfortable.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
CandyCollect device (lollipop-shaped saliva collection tool)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a less scary way to test for strep throat in children, making clinic visits easier.
What could go wrong
This study is small and currently suspended, so results may not be reliable. The device may not be as accurate as standard tests.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 210 people

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

Started

Jan 2023

Expected to finish

Mar 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

5 to 17 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Child age 5-17 years old * Diagnosis of acute pharyngitis caused by GAS * A positive RADT swab in clinic * Able to assent and complete surveys in English Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to suck on a swab or CandyCollect * Previous participation in this study * Self-reported sensitivity to sugar-free products Inclusion for Caregiver Participants: * Parent or legal guardian able to provide consent for child participant * Physically present at the clinic with the child * Able consent and complete surveys in English Exclusion for Caregiver Participants: * Does not meet inclusion criteria

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

disease streptococcal infection streptococcal sore throat

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Group A streptococcal infection

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53792, United States

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