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PFAS effects on vaginal TLR expression
Studying the impact of forever chemicals on vaginal health
| Sponsor: | Unfunded |
| Enrolling: | Female Patients Only |
| Clinic Visits: | 2 |
| IRB Number: | AAAV8051 |
| Contact: | Camryn Petersen: 9177686399 / cp3338@cumc.columbia.edu |
Additional Study Information:
We are seeking female menstruating subjects to determine the level of PFAS present in feminine hygiene products. We will ask subjects to provide both a used and unused tampon to measure levels of these chemicals.
Do You Qualify?
| Have you used tampons during at least 1 of the last 3 menstrual cycles? | Yes | No |
| Do you typically use tampons during menstruation? | Yes | No |
| Are you willing to provide used tampons samples from an upcoming menstruation? | Yes | No |
| Can you store and transport the used tampons in a provided kit within 24 hours of use? | Yes | No |
| Are you willing to provide a finger-prick blood sample? | Yes | No |