Biomarkers for Infection in Sepsis

Biomarkers in Infection

Recruiting Observational Study
Sepsis Infection Inflammation
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
4,200 (estimated)
Sponsor
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with confirmed or suspected infections and healthy adults without infections. Participants will help researchers understand how certain markers can predict outcomes in sepsis and septic shock.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years of age or older
  • I have a confirmed or suspected infection
  • I have a non-infectious clinical presentation
  • I have a normal white blood cell count
  • I have a normal body temperature
  • I do not have a productive cough
  • I do not have a fever
  • I do not have acute coronary syndrome

You may not be able to join if

  • I have suspected infection

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

The purpose of this investigation is to evaluate how early biomarkers of infection and inflammation perform in identifying patients at risk for poor outcome in sepsis and septic shock.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria for Infected subjects: * Age 18 years of age or older * Confirmed or suspected infection Inclusion Criteria for Control Subjects: * Age 18 years of age or older * A non-infectious clinical presentation to include * Normal white blood cell count ( \> 4,000 and/or \< 12,000) * No…
Contacts

Nathan Shapiro, MD MPH

617-754-2343

nshapiro@bidmc.harvard.edu

CONTACT

Carlo Ottanelli, BSc

617-650-0042

cottanel@bidmc.harvard.edu

CONTACT