Development of at-home sample collection logistics for large-scale seroprevalence studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Serological studies rely on the recruitment of representative cohorts; however, such efforts are specially complicated by the conditions surrounding the COVID19 pandemic.

Methods

We aimed to design and implement a fully remote methodology for conducting safe serological surveys that also allow for the engagement of representative study populations.

Results

This design was well-received and effective. 2,066 participants ≥18 years old were enrolled, reflecting the ethnic and racial composition of Massachusetts. >70% of them reported being satisfied/extremely satisfied with the online enrollment and at-home self-collection of blood samples. While 18.6% reported some discomfort experienced with the collection process, 72.2% stated that they would be willing to

SUBMITTER: Aatresh AV 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8568136 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature