New 20-Minute sore throat test could cut unnecessary antibiotics
NCT ID NCT06713642
First seen Mar 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tested a new rapid test called SPOTFIRE ST for people with sore throats in urgent care. The test uses PCR to find up to 13 different viruses and bacteria in about 20 minutes. Researchers wanted to see if doctors find it useful, how accurate it is, and whether patients and providers are satisfied with it. About 200 people took part, and the study is already completed.
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UW Health Urgent Care Centers
Madison, Wisconsin, 53717, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
SPOTFIRE ST System (rapid PCR test device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this test could help doctors quickly identify the cause of a sore throat and prescribe antibiotics or antivirals more wisely.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study focused on test performance and satisfaction, not on patient health outcomes. The test may not change treatment decisions or be widely adopted.
Conditions
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