Just-in-time consent for prenatal screening in pregnancy
Official title: Supporting Just-in-Time Consent for Prenatal Screening
Funded at Case Western Reserve University · NIH-11423723 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project explores whether giving consent for prenatal genetic screening at the moment it’s offered helps patients make informed choices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Case Western Reserve University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2025 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $770,433 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HG013718-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11423723 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Pregnant individuals considering prenatal genetic screening, especially in diverse or low-resource settings.
✕Less likely to help
People not considering prenatal screening or those outside the care settings studied may not see direct benefit.
What this research studies
Prenatal screening for genetic conditions can influence important decisions for families. The study examines how to provide clear, timely information so expectant parents understand screening options and their implications. It will involve evaluating consent processes and patient experiences in various care settings, including low-resource communities, to identify improvements in communication and support.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could help clinicians offer clearer consent and empower families to make choices aligned with their values.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has highlighted challenges in obtaining informed consent for prenatal screening; this study aims to refine and test improved approaches.
Where this research is happening
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Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Michie, Marsha Mabry — Case Western Reserve University
- Study coordinator: Michie, Marsha Mabry
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.