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Why use old blood samples?
The study is testing samples from the Health Survey for England, an ongoing annual survey. Using existing blood and urine samples is efficient, saving significant time and resources compared to collecting new ones. This allows for quicker analysis of PFAS levels across a broad demographic, with first results expected next year.
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