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Validation of Drug Assays in Various Biological Matrices

This study aims to make sure that the ways we measure how much medicine is in your body are accurate. Researchers are looking at different types of medicines, including those for infections (like antivirals and antimicrobials), birth control pills, and erectile dysfunction treatments. They will collect samples of various body fluids, like blood or urine, to test these drug levels. Some samples will come from people taking these medicines, and others from people not taking them, to help ensure the testing methods work correctly. This research is important because accurate measurements help doctors give you the best possible care.

At a glance

Status

Recruiting

Sponsor

University of Liverpool

Enrolment target

100

Start

01 Oct 2014

Estimated completion

31 Dec 2027

Infection

What is this study about?

Imagine your doctor needs to know exactly how much medicine is in your body to make sure it's working properly, or if the dose needs to be adjusted. This study is all about making sure the tests used to measure these medicine levels are super accurate and reliable. Think of it like checking if a measuring tape is truly giving you the correct length every time – this study does that for drug measurements.

The researchers are focusing on several important types of medicines: those used to fight infections (antivirals and antimicrobials), birth control pills, and medicines for erectile dysfunction. They want to see how these drugs behave in different body fluids. By checking the accuracy of these tests, they can help doctors everywhere make better decisions about patient care, ensuring everyone gets the right amount of medicine for their needs.

To do this, scientists will collect small samples of different body fluids from people. Some people will be taking the medicines being studied, while others won't. This helps the researchers compare results and ensure their testing methods are precise. This behind-the-scenes work is crucial for improving health care and making sure that when your doctor orders a test for drug levels, the results are always dependable.

Key takeaways

Study checks accuracy of drug tests in body fluids.
Focuses on infection drugs, birth control, and erectile dysfunction medicines.
Involves providing body fluid samples (e.g., blood, urine).
No new medicines or changes to current treatment required.
Aims to improve reliability of drug level measurements for better patient care.
Participation helps future patients, no direct personal benefit.

Who may be eligible?

To join this study, you must be 18 years old or older. There is no upper age limit, so adults of any age can participate.

It's important that you are able to understand what the study involves and agree to take part. If you are unable to give your informed consent, you unfortunately won't be able to join the study.

Both men and women are welcome to participate. The study is open to everyone who meets the age and consent requirements.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you 18 years old or older?
Can you understand what the study is about?
Can you freely agree to take part in the study?
Are you a man or a woman? (Both are welcome)

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

This study does not involve taking any new medications or changing your current treatment. Your participation would involve providing samples of your body fluids, such as blood or urine. The exact number and type of samples, and how often they would be collected, would be explained in detail before you agree to join. You would not need to have follow-up visits after your samples are collected. The total time commitment for you would be limited to the collection of these samples.

Potential risks and benefits

Participating in this study involves minimal risks, mainly those associated with standard sample collection, such as a small bruise or discomfort from a blood draw. There are no direct personal benefits for participating, but your contribution will help improve the accuracy of drug testing methods, which ultimately benefits future patients. You are free to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your current or future medical care.

Locations (1)

Some site locations are approximate. We're improving this — please verify with the trial team before travelling.

Royal Liverpool University Hospital
Verified postcode
Liverpool, United Kingdom· Recruiting

Common questions

What kind of samples will be needed for this study?

The study will collect different body fluids, such as blood or urine, to test for medicine levels.

Will I have to take any new medicines if I join?

No, you will not have to take any new medicines or change your current ones to participate in this study.

How long will my involvement in the study last?

Your involvement will be limited to the time it takes to collect the necessary samples. There are no long-term follow-up visits.

Will I find out my test results?

This study focuses on improving testing methods, not on providing individual results. You won't receive individual results from your samples.

Who can join this study?

Adults aged 18 and over who can understand and agree to participate are welcome to join. Both men and women can take part.

How to find out more

Helen Reynolds

TherEx-trials@liverpool.ac.uk Official trial record

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.