Additional consent provisions for collection and use of participant data and biological specimens {26b}
PEx
As the PEx cohort is designed to be perpetual, participant consent will be regularly assessed to ensure it is appropriate and current. When a participant turns 18 years old, they are invited to provide informed consent as an adult. Children under 18 years old may provide their own consent, in consultation with their legally responsible caregiver. No additional investigations (including laboratory or radiological tests) outside of routine care are performed for the PEx cohort but may be required by participation in a nested sub-study. Participation in any nested studies is voluntary, and any additional procedures beyond routine care will require additional consent.