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Clinical Trial ● Currently Recruiting NCT04404062

Serological and PCR Testing for COVID-19

Serological and PCR Testing for COVID-19 — Recruiting • Respiratory / COPD / Asthma • NCT04404062.

📅 18 Jun 2026 ⏱ 2 min read
Currently Recruiting
This trial is actively seeking participants in the UK. Discuss eligibility with your patient before referring.
Status
Currently Recruiting
NCT ID
NCT04404062
Sponsor
Richmond Research Institute
Start
2020-03-16
ClinicaliQ Trial Snapshot
  • Serological and PCR Testing for COVID-19 — Recruiting • Respiratory / COPD / Asthma • NCT04404062.
  • What is being tested: The trial evaluates existing and newly developed COVID-19 PCR and antibody (serological) tests to establish methodologies that deliver rapid and accurate diagnostic results for SARS-CoV-2 infection.
  • Patient eligibility overview: The study includes individuals with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 infection across various clinical presentations, enabling evaluation of test performance across different patient populations and disease stages.
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What This Trial Is Studying

Richmond Research Institute (RRI) is applying existing and new COVID-19 PCR and antibody tests to help develop methodologies which provide fast and accurate results. Infection with coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) is currently a worldwide pandemic and reliable testing for COVID-19 is crucial to understand who is infected and therefore a risk to others by spreading the infection. RRI are currently carrying out the following tests: A. Using a membrane-based immunoassay to detect IgG and IgM antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in whole blood, serum or plasma specimens helps to assess whether an individual has…

Eligibility Snapshot
  • : * Male or female aged 5 to 70 years. * An understanding, ability, and willingness to fully comply with the project procedures and restrictions.

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