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Hospitals trialling blood test for life-threatening conditions in children

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MariaPCC 27 October 2025

An innovative 15-minute blood test which can fast-track the diagnosis of children with potentially life-threatening conditions is being trialled by the NHS this winter. The hi-tech blood test can distinguish between bacterial or viral infections much more quickly than traditional tests – so serious diseases like sepsis or meningitis can be picked up sooner. NHS England has funded a trial of the technology in three hospitals, with doctors saying it could make a vital difference to the care of children.

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