Study Name: Clinical validation of islet autoantibody measurement in self-collected dried blood spot specimens
Principal Investigator: Timothy Foster
What is the Immune Function Study?
The purpose of this project is to determine the validity of the ADAP T1 Define assay for detection of autoantibodies which predict the development of T1D in self-collected capillary dried blood spot specimens vs. the standard clinical assay using a venipuncture sample. The current standard for T1D antibody testing is through venipucture. Development of a self-collected capillary dry sport test could allow for another method of T1D antibody screening which only requires a fingerstick.
Who can participate?
- Anyone over the age of 2 who has had Type 1 Diabetes for less than 4 years may participate in the study.
- Can not be pregnant
What will study participants be asked to do?
Participants will have to perform a one-time blood draw and complete 2 dry spot cards. Completing the dry spot cards requires the participant to complete at least 1, but possibly a few fingersticks. An Amazon Gift Card is provided as compensation.
Why Participate?
The data collected from this study could lead to the first approved test that lets people check for type 1 diabetes–related antibodies using a sample they collect themselves.
Interested in Learning More?
Call 352-294-5760 or email our Study Coordinators: