The government announces a new study to track COVID-19 in the population in a bid to understand the current rate of infection
The volunteers are being selected from people who have already taken part in ONS surveys and have said they are happy to be contacted about further research.
The initial findings of the study, which is run by the Department of Health and the Office for National Statistics, will be released early in May.The study will involve the University of Oxford, data science company IQVIA UK and the National Biosample Centre in Milton Keynes.Health Secretary Matt Hancock said:"Understanding more about the rate of COVID-19 infection in the general population, and the longer-term prevalence of antibodies, is a vital part of our ongoing response to this virus.
"This survey will help to track the current extent of transmission and infection in the UK, while also answering crucial questions about immunity as we continue to build up our understanding of this new virus. "Together, these results will help us better understand the spread of the virus to date, predict the future trajectory and inform future action we take, including crucially the development of ground-breaking new tests and treatments."
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