Welcome!

Welcome to the RAPID-TEST trial!

Rapid respiratory microbiological point-of-care-testing in primary care (RAPID-TEST)

In this trial we are looking at whether the use of a rapid microbiological Point-of-Care-Test (POCTRM) can reduce same-day antibiotic prescribing for patients presenting to their GP with a respiratory tract infection.

Please look at the navigation menu to find out more about this trial.

If you are a member of staff at a GP practice and you would like to find out how to participate or to get involved please visit our Research Sites (GP Practices) page.

If you are a participant taking part in RAPID-TEST or your child is taking part, please visit the Information for Participants and Information for Parents/Carers pages for further information.

If you have any questions or would like more information about this trial, please contact the Central Trial Team or email: rapidtest-study@bristol.ac.uk

To keep up-to-date on the trial, please visit the Latest News section.