Table 3 Reasons not to participate in pharmacogenetic research (N = 116)
Reasons | Number | Percenta |
|---|---|---|
‘I am worried about the consequences’ | 41 | 35.3 |
‘I do not want my DNA/genetic information to be used in research’ | 15 | 12.9 |
‘I am not interested in pharmacogenetic research’ | 10 | 8.6 |
‘I do not understand the benefit of genetic testing’ | 8 | 6.9 |
Others (answers in open-ended option): | ||
‘Need more information about the research before I can decide’ | 2 | 19.0 |
‘Concerned about the privacy/anonymity of my genetic information and afraid it will be used/abused by insurance company, employer, etc.’ | 14 | 12.1 |
‘Need more time to think about this’ | 5 | 4.3 |
‘Lack of understanding or doubtful about this concept’ | 3 | 2.6 |
‘Do not like/no time to participate in research’ | 2 | 1.7 |
Other/personal reasons | 5 | 4.3 |