Status:
COMPLETED
Evaluation of Respiratory Specimens for Bacterial and Viral Pathogens by Real-Time PCR
Lead Sponsor:
Mayo Clinic
Conditions:
Cough
Fever
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Brief Summary
Community acquired pneumonia(CAP) is a common cause of morbidity and mortality. The diagnosis of CAP from the microbiology perspective has been challenging. Recent reports suggest the utility of real-...
Detailed Description
Excess patient specimens normally collected for routine microbiologic testing for CAP and in some cases additional specimens (i.e.,blood, urine, throat swab) will be evaluated using real-time PCR test...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Greater than 18 years of age. Cough present greater than one day and a history of fever and chills or documented fever in the Emergency Department
Exclusion
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
October 1 2005
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
June 1 2008
Estimated Enrollment :
867 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00275691
Start Date
October 1 2005
End Date
June 1 2008
Last Update
January 18 2010
Active Locations (1)
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Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota, United States, 55905