Resources for
Parents
We are here to help you.
You will find several resources to help you and your child participate in our study.
You will find detailed instructions and videos to walk you through this.
If you or your child have any other questions, we would be happy to answer them!
What is the EnCORE study?
Our animated video explains the EnCORE study for both children and parents. Watch it with your children.
Instructional video for parents
Please watch this video of Charlie going through the finger prick procedure before beginning your child’s blood collection. After watching the video, you can then read the step-by-step instruction document included in your kit.
Dried Blood Collection Instructions
Short Version (Children Version)
The different steps involved in the blood collection – for your child
This playful poster can be used to explain to your child the different steps involved with the blood collection!
Important note to parents: this poster does not provide enough information on how to do the blood collection on your child. For this, please refer to the step-by-step instructions.
Long Version (Adult Version)
Step-by-step instructions for the dried blood spot collection (from a finger prick) for parents
Here are the step-by-step instructions involved in collecting a finger prick blood sample from your child. We strongly suggest that you read it closely before beginning the dried blood spot collection and also have it on hand when you are ready to start. Once you have completed the questionnaire, a paper copy of these instructions will be mailed to you with the blood collection kit!