Are there any tips or tricks for collection we can share with participants?

Blood Sample Collection:

Before Collection

• Warm hands with hot water for at least 1 minute
• Shake your hands by your side for 15-20 seconds
• Clearly and completely fill out the collection card 

During Collection

• Do not tap or touch the card
• Drop large, free-falling drops on the card
• Make sure your blood soaks through the back of the card

Saliva Sample Collection: 

Timing

• Collect within 30 minutes of waking 
• Women’s Health Test Only: Subsequent 3 collections should be at least 2 hours apart from each other during key times of the day

Within 30 Minutes Before Collection

• Do not eat or drink
• Do not smoke
• Do not brush teeth or chew gum 

During Collection

• Write name, DOB & time on saliva tube
• Tube must be 75% full, NOT including bubbles