Preparing for a Screening Visit to Join a Clinical Trial?
Follow these essential tips to pass your screening and become eligible to join a paid clinical trial.
1. Avoid Consuming Products Containing THC Before Screening
❌ Do not schedule a screening visit if you have smoked or consumed products containing THC within 3 to 4 weeks before the appointment.
This could result in failing the drug test, and you will not be compensated for your time or travel.
To ensure you are ready for the screening, consider purchasing a urine drug test at your pharmacy to test yourself in advance.
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2. Avoid High-Intensity Work Out Before Screening
❌ Avoid intense workouts for at least 24 to 48 hours before your screening.
Instead, stick to light activities like walking or stretching to maintain your baseline health. Strenuous exercise can temporarily impact key biomarkers such as enzyme levels, white blood cell counts, and hydration status, which may affect your screening results. These fluctuations could lead to misinterpretations or even disqualification from the study. To ensure accurate results,
3. Know Your BMI
📏⚖️Be prepared with your exact weight and height when scheduling your screening visit.
You will not qualify to participate if your Body Mass Index (BMI) falls outside the study’s specified range.
You can weigh yourself at a pharmacy and use our BMI calculator below to check your eligibility.
4. Disclose Your Medical History and Medication Intake
📝💊 Share complete and accurate information about your medical history and any medications, vitamins, or supplements you currently take.
Some substances may interfere with study requirements or test results, and misrepresentation could lead to disqualification or pose health risks during the study.
5. Arrive on Time and Fasted
⏰Plan to arrive early for your screening visit.
Arriving late could reduce your chances of being included in the study and waste time.
Fasting is essential for accurate blood test results: ensure you have fasted for at least 8 hours before your appointment.
6. Bring Valid ID and SS Documents
🆔Bring a valid State ID and SS Card at each new screening visit.
Bring the original or a copy of your Social Security card (or any IRS document showing your ITIN) unless you provided it during a previous screening visit.
