Award
NIH Reporter #3R01AI170158-05S1
Determining the performance and accuracy of SILVAMP TB LAM and cost-effectiveness of diagnostic testing for TB meningitis
Recipient
University of Minnesota
Award Amount
$146,556.00
Ceiling
$146,556.00
Awarded
September 03, 2025
Identifier
3R01AI170158-05S1
The award funds a project to assess the diagnostic accuracy and cost-effectiveness of the SILVAMP TB LAM assay for TB meningitis, aiming to improve diagnostic methods and influence WHO guidelines.
Description
This project aims to evaluate the accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and clinical utility of the SILVAMP TB LAM (FujiLAM) assay in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for TB meningitis diagnosis, compare it with existing tests like Xpert Ultra, and assess the potential to influence WHO guidelines.