
"I am glad that taking part in a trial might help others on their own cancer journey.”
This study is looking to see if it is possible to analyse breath samples to spot cancer early.
Cancer Research UK supports this study.
It also included people having tests for the following types of cancer but these groups are now closed:
It was also for people having tests for the following cancer types but these groups are now closed:
The researchers need 1,100 people to take part. The study is taking place at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge.
The breath test
The study team will ask you to perform a breathing test. This is quite easy to do. They’ll ask you to wear a special mask over your nose and mouth and breathe normally for a maximum of 12.5 minutes. You might feel a slight wind blowing in your face as you breathe.
During the procedure, a healthcare professional will check your breathing and whether you are comfortable. If you feel uncomfortable during the procedure you are free to stop it and consider continuing afterwards. You will be able to remove the facemask yourself or a healthcare professional will help you.
The mask is attached to small device that collects the sample. The study team will store your breath in 4 small tubes. They will send these to the laboratory to be analysed.
ReCIVA breath sampler used to collect breath samples
There aren’t any side effects of having the breath test. However, having the face mask might feel uncomfortable as it covers the nose and mouth and may feel claustrophobic in a small number of people. The nurse should be able to adjust the straps, and this should help. You are free to stop the breath test at any time if it feels too uncomfortable.
Please note: In order to join a trial you will need to discuss it with your doctor, unless otherwise specified.
Professor Rebecca Fitzgerald
Owlstone Medical Ltd
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cancer Research UK
Freephone 0808 800 4040
"I am glad that taking part in a trial might help others on their own cancer journey.”