03/10/2022
By Stephanie Lane
You are invited to participate in a research study! The goal of this research study is to build a bank of samples from individuals who may or may not have the virus that causes COVID-19. The samples may be stored for a long time and
will be used by different scientists in the future to study COVID-19 and related viruses. Researchers at UMass Lowell are seeking volunteers to participate in a clinical research study to identify easier approaches for COVID-19 testing. The potential participants will be eligible for the study if they are:
- Adult (18 years and older).
- Able to visit testing center at Weed Hall in the Mobile Van Unit on South Campus.
The visit to the site would involve:
Getting tested for COVID-19 by a nasal swab from the middle part of your nose. Providing at least one of the following samples for storage and future research:
- Nasal swab (from middle part of your nose)
- Saliva sample
- Answering some questions about yourself, including questions about your background, health history, COVID 19
experience.
1} All study participants will undergo the standard test for COVID-19.
2) Participants will receive test results within 48 hours.
3) Participants will be reimbursed for time and travel with a $50 Visa Gift Card.
Book your appointment online or call 978-934-4776 and leave a voicemail or email Covid19testusbank@uml.edu.
Please include:
Your name
Callback number
Testing will continue through March 31 2022, Monday thru Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.