Volunteers Needed for a Study of Dietary Lipids
UC Davis scientists are looking for individuals 18 years or older willing to give a blood sample for a research study that seeks to learn how the small fat-containing particles (lipoproteins) in your blood interact with the blood vessels to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease leading to heart attack and stroke.
WHAT WILL PARTICIPANTS BE ASKED TO DO?
- Provide a fasting blood sample
- Provide information such as Height, Weight, Medications and existing Medical conditions
- Consume a High Calorie Meal provided by us
- Provide a second blood sample approximately 3 hours later
ARE THERE BENEFITS TO PARTICIPATING?
- You will be compensated $20 dollars for the day you participate.
- You may be informed of your Lipid, Cholesterol and Glucose profiles; and will contribute to the medical diagnosis of cardiovascular disease.
If you have any questions or are interested, you can contact the lab at 530-752-1430 or Nadine Raymond at 707-695-8183.
Online form to contact study coordinator