I am feeling anxious about my child’s result. Where can I go for help?
Some families may feel worried, stressed, or anxious when learning about their child’s risk of developing type
What if I have more questions?
You or your healthcare provider can talk to the study coordinator. Name (study research coordinator): xxxxx xxxxx
What happens to my child’s data?
After autoantibody screening/testing, your child’s sample could be stored in a biobank following antibody screening/testing. The purpose
What if I don’t want to participate anymore?
Participation is entirely voluntary in a research study. You can withdraw at any time and not take
How safe is the autoantibody testing?
Risks are very low and similar to the risks of regular blood draws. Some children may feel
Will this affect my insurance?
In Canada, according to the Genetic Non-Discrimination Act, genetic information cannot be demanded by your insurance company
If my child is diagnosed with early-stage T1D (two or more autoantibodies), when should insulin treatment be started?
Treatment with insulin must be started if blood sugar levels are too high. The time frame between
What is metabolic monitoring?
Metabolic monitoring means having checks of your child’s blood sugar levels every 6 (or 12) months. This
What happens if my child has early-stage T1D (two or more autoantibodies)?
You will be offered confirmatory testing and offered follow-up through a metabolic monitoring program. You may work
What do the Ab testing results mean?
0 autoantibodies: Your child is currently at a lower risk for developing type 1 diabetes. This does