When you sign-up to take part in Spectrum 10K, you will be asked to complete an online questionnaire that typically takes approximately 30 minutes to complete, and provide a DNA saliva sample. You will be sent a DNA sample kit which you can use to post your saliva sample back to the Spectrum 10K team. Spectrum 10K researchers will study the information collected from the questionnaire and DNA saliva sample alongside your electronic health records (EHRs).
You will have the option to complete additional questionnaires. You can complete these all at once, or save your progress and complete these in your own time. To better understand co-occurring conditions and wellbeing in autism, we may re-contact you to participate in other ethically approved studies.
Participation is voluntary and will be ongoing unless you choose to withdraw. You can withdraw from the study an any point, without giving a reason. This can be done online or by contacting the team at info@spectrum10k.org.