This study invites participants to take part
Participants cannot volunteer
The blood donation is simple and easy
Participants contribute directly to fighting back against COVID in SA
What is Lab Check?
Lab check is a study that is looking to use blood samples to test vaccines and antivirals against. A key aspect of this study is being done to study the antibodies in participant’s body is making to fight the infection. This will enable us to better understand how strains of COVID-19 and our bodies antibodies react to vaccines and antivirals.
What Does Lab Check Involve?
The study team is reaching out to selected participants. They will then ask them to donate some blood and answer a few important questions.
This blood will be tested for antibodies to COVID-19. Results of this test will then be sent back to participants.
How will this study help fight COVID-19?
This study will enable us to evaluate new diagnostic tests for COVID-19 that detect antibodies in blood. It will also help us to design vaccines and therapies to prevent or treat infection.