Table 3 Opinions of participants about issues related to security, privacy and access to samples in the biobank (n = 259)
Studied Variables | N | % |
|---|---|---|
Samples donated for scientific research could be used for purposes inconsistent with the will of the donors. | ||
Agree | 71 | 27.4 |
Disagree | 166 | 64.1 |
I am not sure | 22 | 8.5 |
Researchers must maintain the privacy and confidentiality of donor information during the course of scientific research. | ||
Yes | 236 | 91.1 |
No | 9 | 3.5 |
I am not sure | 14 | 5.4 |
Samples donated to the biobank may be sent to persons or institution outside the country. | ||
Yes | 84 | 32.4 |
No | 121 | 46.7 |
I am not sure | 54 | 20.8 |
Samples donated to the biobank can be shared with pharmaceutical companies. | ||
Yes | 72 | 27.8 |
No | 118 | 45.6 |
I am not sure | 69 | 26.6 |
The police have the right to access the donated samples when necessary. | ||
Yes | 186 | 71.8 |
No | 37 | 14.3 |
I am not sure | 36 | 13.9 |