Rapid blood test may cut unnecessary antibiotic use in sepsis patients
NCT ID NCT06069206
First seen Mar 18, 2026 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study tested a new rapid blood test that identifies bacteria directly from a blood sample, instead of waiting days for standard cultures. The goal was to see if this test helps doctors stop unnecessary antibiotics (like vancomycin) sooner in adults with suspected bloodstream infections. About 500 emergency department patients took part, and researchers measured how quickly antibiotics were stopped.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37203, United States
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