Finger-Prick test could replace needles for cancer blood monitoring
NCT ID NCT06183151
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
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About 400 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Aug 2025
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2026
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
Cancer patients undergoing SACT treatment
- Ages
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21 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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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: * 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
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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How to take part
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The places running it
3 sites in 2 countries. The list below names each one and where it is.
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The official record
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Baylor Scott & White - Temple
Temple, Texas, 76508, United States
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North Wales Clinical Research Facility
Wrexham, Wrexham County Borough, LL13 7YP, United Kingdom
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Queen Margaret Hospital
Dunfermline, Fife, KY12 0SU, United Kingdom
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