What kinds of information and samples will be collected from participants?
The Program is currently being designed and, therefore, the specific information to be requested from participants has not been finalized. Participants will likely be asked about their age, race/ethnicity, gender, occupation, health status, diet, and certain activities. Participants will be asked to provide samples of blood and urine to be analyzed, and will also have their height and weight measured. As indicated in the legislation, participants may receive their own individual results upon request. All information from individuals, including the results of the chemical analysis of their blood and urine, will be kept strictly confidential, as required by law. Any reports summarizing the results of blood and urine testing will not disclose information about any specific individual (see below).
