Think about that for a moment. If you can test for the virus with a finger prick, you can potentially transmit this and other viruses as well. That needs to b

Think about that for a moment. If you can test for the virus with a finger prick, you can potentially transmit this and other viruses as well. That needs to be addressed in the protocol, along with any other relevant details. It should be mundane. That's why it's shocking to hear that they did not do it! IRBs exist to ensure that these sorts of things are not overlooked. Too many times in the past, they have been. So now the burden of proof lies with the investigator. Like it or not, a few fast-and-loose protocols ensured that this situation will not be changing any time soon.