Validation of SDS-EDTA-Treated Chromatography Paper Strips for Mpox Sampling and Transport in DRC
Recruiting
Observational Study
Mpox
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 150 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven · Other
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About This Trial
The objective of this prospective paired diagnostic comparison study is to evaluate the diagnostic yield and field applicability of SDS-EDTA-treated chromatography paper strips for the collection, transport, and laboratory detection of mpox virus compared with the routine swab-based sampling method under field conditions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
The study is conducted among …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients presenting with clinical signs compatible with mpox infection according to national case definition.
* Written informed consent obtained.
* Presence of at least two skin lesions in a similar stage of evolution suitable for paired sampling.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Refu…
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