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Michigan Investigation of Chemical Exposures during Pregnancy (MICEP)

Michigan Investigation of Chemical Exposures during Pregnancy (MICEP) is a project that measures lead, mercury, arsenic and poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the blood and urine of pregnant adults from select areas of the state. This project aims to determine whether amounts of these chemicals are different in pregnant adults compared to all Michigan adults. 

Purpose of MICEP

MICEP findings will support the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and provide guidance for other agencies on ways to reduce chemical exposures among pregnant people. These actions could include: 

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Investigating sources and health effects
of chemical exposures.
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Creating programs to reduce
chemical exposures.
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Improving laws related to
chemical use.

 


What will participants do?

If you are pregnant and eligible to participate, you will be asked to go to a lab appointment and complete an online survey.

The lab appointment will take 30 minutes. At the appointment you will be asked for a blood and urine sample.  When you sign up for an appointment, the address to the project lab in your area will be provided.

The survey will take 30–45-minute. It will ask about ways you may have come into contact with PFAS, lead, mercury and arsenic.

Why should I participate in MICEP? 

If you participate in MICEP, you will: 

  • Learn about the amount of lead, mercury, arsenic and PFAS in your blood and/or urine.
  • Get resources to help you understand your results, ways to reduce your chemical exposure and the possible effects of chemical exposure to your fetus.
  • Get up to $150 as a thank you for your time. You will get $100 after your appointment. You can get an additional $50 gift card by completing a short survey after you receive your results.

How do I register?

MICEP is not enrolling participants at this time. Once enrollment starts, you will visit a link to see if you are eligible. You will also be able to check if you are eligible, by calling us at 844-464-7327 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, or emailing us at MDHHS-micep@michigan.gov.