Pease Study Office Visit
Before Your Test

Fast (don’t eat) eight hours before your appointment

Important
Take your usual medication, unless your doctor says otherwise
What to Bring

First morning urine sample

Medical and work history from 1993 to present

Prescription medications and vitamin/mineral supplements

Results from previous PFAS blood testing programs (if applicable)
What to Expect - 1 1/2 HOUR
- Welcome and sign-in
- Urine sample drop off
- Height and weight measurements
- Blood pressure check
- Blood sample collection
- Questionnaire completion, including medical and work history
NO drug or genetic testing included
Visit our Website: atsdr.cdc.gov/pfas
Call us: 1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636)
Email: PeaseStudy@CDC.gov

Reminder: As a token of our appreciation for your participation, you’ll receive up to $75 in gift cards for completing the entire study.
What to Bring for Each Child

First morning urine sample

Medical history, birth mother's work history and drinking water habits from 1993 to present, and any work history for the child

Prescription medications and vitamin/mineral supplements

Results from previous PFAS blood testing programs (if applicable)
Important
Be sure your child takes his or her usual medication, unless your doctor says otherwise
What to Expect - 1 1/2 to 2 HOURS
The process for children will be the same as adults with two exceptions:

- A parent or guardian must accompany the child, preferably the birth mother who can answer questions about her pregnancy

- Children age 5 years and over will also have a second appointment to complete several behavioral tests like:
- Playing memory games
- Sorting items into categories
- Solving puzzles
- Reacting to photographs
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