Detection of Long COVID Microclots using Pulsed Speckle Contrast Optical Spectroscopy
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This study investigated a new method for detecting microclots, which are thought to be linked to long COVID, using lasers. While the method was able to distinguish different clot concentrations in simpler test fluids, it faced challenges in whole blood due to interference from blood cells. Further research is needed to overcome these limitations and confirm findings with patient samples.
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This study tested a new laser-based method for detecting tiny blood clots in long COVID patients. It worked well in some test fluids but not in real blood samples because blood cells scatter light, making detection difficult.
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Authors RR, BH, and SK are employed by Openwater.
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This is a proof-of-concept study with a limited scope, demonstrating potential but also significant limitations. The inability to reliably measure in whole blood is a major drawback that lowers the rating. However, it explores a novel approach to a clinically relevant problem and provides insights for future research.
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