Simple blood test could spot hidden germ cell cancer
NCT ID NCT07401316
First seen Feb 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study is testing whether a blood test that looks for tumor DNA can find leftover cancer cells in people with germ cell tumors (a type of testicular or ovarian cancer). Researchers will enroll 130 patients with stage I, II, or III disease and check how well the test works after treatment. The goal is to develop a tool to detect cancer early and improve follow-up care.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
blood test for circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA)
What this could lead to
If successful, this blood test could help doctors find leftover cancer cells after treatment, potentially guiding further care.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 130 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The test may not be accurate enough for routine use.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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