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Finger-Prick test could replace needles for cancer blood monitoring

NCT ID NCT06183151

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Not a trial. The treatment could once be requested outside a study, but no longer can.
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The treatment has been approved, so it is available normally rather than through this programme.

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests a new device that measures blood counts from a tiny finger-prick sample in cancer patients. Researchers will compare these results to standard lab tests from regular blood draws. The goal is to see if the device is accurate enough to eventually allow patients to monitor their blood counts more easily, possibly at home. The study involves 150 adults receiving cancer therapy and is currently on hold.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Entia Liberty System (device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple finger-prick test for cancer patients to monitor their blood counts at home, reducing clinic visits.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage device validation study with only 150 participants. The results are for research only and won't change patient care yet. The study is currently suspended.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

About 400 people

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

Started

Aug 2025

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

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

Cancer patients undergoing SACT treatment

Ages

21 years and older

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: * Informed Consent signed by the subject * Age ≥21 years old at the time of study entry * Currently receiving standard-of-care systemic anti-cancer therapy (chemotherapy, immunotherapy, endocrine and/or targeted therapy) for solid organ malignancy * Scheduled to be undergoing routine venous laboratory blood tests as part of the standard of care OR willing to undergo a research-specific venous draw to obtain a complete/full blood count (CBC/FBC) Exclusion Criteria: * History or current diagnosis of hematological malignancy (including bone and lymph) * Patients who self-report disabilities or issues with their eyesight, hearing or dexterity that they believe will preclude the use of Liberty, and who do not have a carer who can assist them. * Patients who have had prior experience using Liberty * Inadequate use and understanding of the English language, requiring a translator Carer eligibility: * Age ≥ 21 years old at the time of study entry * Can provide written informed consent * Do NOT self-report disabilities or issues with their eyesight, hearing or dexterity that they believe will preclude the use of Liberty * Have NOT had prior experience using Liberty * Adequate use and understanding of the English language; NOT requiring a translator

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Conditions

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  1. The places running it

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Baylor Scott & White - Temple

    Temple, Texas, 76508, United States

  • North Wales Clinical Research Facility

    Wrexham, Wrexham County Borough, LL13 7YP, United Kingdom

  • Queen Margaret Hospital

    Dunfermline, Fife, KY12 0SU, United Kingdom

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