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Official title H5N1 Milk Detection Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06850298
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to determine whether drinking pasteurized milk (milk heated to kill harmful germs) that contains inactive particles of a flu virus called A(H5) could lead to the detection of the virus in the nose or throat. Inactive particles are not capable of causing disease.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 64. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Individuals aged 18-64 years
- BMI ≤ 35 kg/m2
- Able to understand and give informed consent (American English) and comply with study visits and procedures.
- In good general health based on medical history and the investigator's clinical judgment.
You likely can't join if
- Symptoms of acute respiratory illness or conjunctivitis within 7 days
- Febrile illness in the previous 72 hours
- Recent influenza antiviral use (within 14 days)
- Immunosuppression due to illness or medications
- Current pregnancy or breastfeeding
- History of allergy or intolerance to milk or milk alternatives
See the full eligibility criteria
- Individuals aged 18-64 years
- BMI ≤ 35 kg/m2
- Able to understand and give informed consent (American English) and comply with study visits and procedures.
- In good general health based on medical history and the investigator's clinical judgment.
- Symptoms of acute respiratory illness or conjunctivitis within 7 days
- Febrile illness in the previous 72 hours
- Recent influenza antiviral use (within 14 days)
- Immunosuppression due to illness or medications
- Current pregnancy or breastfeeding
- History of allergy or intolerance to milk or milk alternatives
- Consumption of raw (unpasteurized) milk within the previous 14 days
- Recent work (within 14 days) on a farm with animals known to be infected with A(H5) virus
- Previous receipt of A(H5) vaccine at any time
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 64 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.