New rapid tests for respiratory infections put to the test in africa
NCT ID NCT07651865
First seen Jun 23, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Summary
This study is testing new rapid tests (lateral flow and microfluidic devices) to detect respiratory infections in children and adults in Uganda, Ethiopia, and Senegal. Researchers want to see if these tests are accurate and easy to use in low-resource clinics. Participants with respiratory symptoms provide samples during one visit; no treatment is given.
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Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI)
COMPLETEDAddis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Epicentre Mbarara Research Centre
RECRUITINGMbarara, Uganda
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Institut Pasteur de Dakar
RECRUITINGDakar, Senegal
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What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to affordable, easy-to-use diagnostic tests for respiratory infections in low-resource areas, improving treatment decisions.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The tests may not be accurate enough or practical in real-world settings. Results are preliminary.
Conditions
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