SQNM COVID-19, Flu, and RSV Swab Sample Study
Austin Regional Clinic physicians constantly work to improve the care given to all our patients. We are dedicated to offering unique options for our patients and helping them reach their ideal health goals. Part of this dedication involves making clinical research available. Clinical research makes it possible to discover the benefits, risks, and safety of commercially available and investigational medications.
Research standards are very strict to help make studies as safe as possible. Teams of government and research experts have already reviewed each study we conduct to minimize any study risks. Austin Regional Clinic has decided to be involved in this research study because we believe it can potentially benefit our patients.
About the COVID-19, flu, and RSV swab sample study
The objective of the SQNM swab study is to collect swab samples from subjects experiencing symptoms of flu A, flu B, RSV, and/or COVID-19, which will support the development of a test to detect these viruses.
By participating in this study, you would be contributing to the development of groundbreaking technology with the potential to benefit many people in the future. ARC is one of the many study centers in the United States participating in this research study.
What to expect
We are currently seeking candidates for a clinical research study. During the study:
- Patients or their guardian will collect their nasal swab sample and the Health Care Provider will collect a nasal swab sample
- Patients will provide information regarding their symptoms and the symptom onset, medications they are taking, and their medical history
- Participants will have the option of consenting to a blood draw for sampling
Eligibility criteria
All participants must:
- Be at least 2 years old
- Present to the clinic with symptoms of viral respiratory infection consistent with flu A, flu B, RSV and/or COVID-19, or has recently tested positive for flu A/B or RSV
- Read and understand written instructions in English
Location
Request to participate
Please contact our ARC Clinical Research team to request to participate by calling 737-247-7240.