Biomarker Role in Assessing Imaging Needs for Mild Cranial Trauma

This study aims to determine whether a blood test can help doctors decide when to use a head CT scan for patients with a mild head injury. Researchers are investigating whether the results from this blood test can aid in making better decisions about patient care and potentially reduce the need for imaging. In this study, researchers will collect blood samples to assess whether this specific blood test can help doctors decide when head imaging is necessary following a head injury. The goal is to determine whether the use of this test can reduce the number of head imaging procedures performed in the emergency department (ED).

NCT Number	NCT06932588
Lead Sponsor	Emory University Collaborators: Abbott
Conditions	Brain Injuries, Head Injury
Enrollment	351 participants
Start Date	2025-05-31
Primary Completion	2026-07-09 (estimated)
Study Completion	2027-07 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-08-07