Thoughts from a Lab Rat

It seems that more and more volunteers seem disappointed with the way studies are done. Unhappy with the amenities, the way they are paid, the rules they have to follow. When you sign the informed consent form and house rules form, you are signing a contract to abide by and fulfill all obligations before, during and after the study. You do have the right to leave a study at any time but if you choose to remain in a study, you should and are obligated to play ball.

I guess the thing that annoys me the most is seeing people who think that clinics somehow owe them. Somehow, they only need to show up to the clinic and collect a check. Participating in a study IS NOT FREE MONEY! You are being compensated for your lab results. Therefore, you are obligated to follow the rules of the study no matter how trivial they may seem. You are forewarned of what to expect during the screening. So, be on time to your procedures, eat all your food when required, take a shower every day, go to bed on time. It’s not that hard. Just some simple following directions.

There are very few opportunities where you can earn a large amounts of money in a short amount of time that are LEGAL. You should feel privileged to have the opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of millions while also earning some money at the same time.