Do I need to do anything before my screening appointment?
Yes. Before you attend your screening visit, you will receive an email from our recruitment team with the Participant Information Sheet (PIS) attached. Please ensure you read it thoroughly before you come in for screening as it includes all relevant information available about taking part in the trial. If there is anything within the PIS you are unsure about or would like more information on, please ensure you ask one of our doctors at your screening visit or contact the recruitment team prior to attendance. You should receive the PIS at least one working day before you attend screening, however if you do not please contact the recruitment team on 0330 303 5000.
Additional information:
- A full screening visit can typically take up to 4 hours
- Always remember to read your PIS fully before coming and be mindful of all restrictions outlined to avoid failing your screening unnecessarily
- As the screening appointment starts with a group information session, it is important you arrive on time. We may not be able to continue with your screening if you arrive late
- Contraception – we will have told you if there are specific contraception requirements that should be in place before you attend for a screening. These may need to continue during and post-trial. In most cases, it is important that you and your partner are using two suitable methods of contraception whilst you
are on the study and for a period of time afterwards. If this is not in place prior to your screening appointment, you may not be allowed to participate in the trial - Avoid poppy seeds 48 hours before the screening as they can make you test positive for certain drugs of abuse
- Do not drink alcohol at least 48 hours before screening – this can sometimes be longer so always refer to your PIS
- Avoid exercising 72 hours before screening – physical activity can influence out-of-range blood test results, blood pressure and ECG results
- Avoid caffeinated drinks before your screening visit, as they can also influence your test results
- Some screening visits need you to have fasted for a period of time before you attend – the recruitment team will tell you about this when they book your appointment
- Ladies are advised not to wear dresses for the screening appointment as this can make it difficult to have an ECG test