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Diagnostic PCR Panel in Children With Acute Gastrointestinal Symptoms
Sponsor: University of Oulu
Summary
This investigator-initiated randomized controlled trial compares the clinical impact of real time PCR of fecal samples in children with acute gastrointestinal symptoms at a pediatric emergency room. Specifically, the trial compares immediate testing of fecal samples using a multiplex PCR panel to a a control group with delayed test results.
Official title: Clinical Significance of Real Time PCR Panel in Children With Acute Gastrointestinal Symptoms
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
Any - 16 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
526
Start Date
2025-12-15
Completion Date
2028-02-15
Last Updated
2025-12-12
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Multiplex PCR gastrointestinal panel
Intervention includes a rapid use of multiplex PCR panel for gastrointestinal pathogens of fecal samples from children with acute gastrointestinal symptoms evaluated at a pediatric emergency room