The user guides provide an overview of the Study design and data collection processes, as well as short introductions to the different datasets. They also explain about the data structure, where to get hold of the data and how the Study should be cited.
Biomarker User Guide and Glossary
The User Guide contains information about the collection of biomarkers in Understanding Society. It outlines the biomarkers currently available in the Study and explores some of the factors that require consideration when using them in analysis.
Biomarker User Guide and Glossary
Nurse Health Assessment User Guide
This guide describes the biomedical measures collected in Waves 2 and 3 of Understanding Society. A range of biomedical measures were collected during the health assessment, including blood pressure, weight, height, waist measurement, body fat, grip strength and lung function.
Biological data glossary
Key words and terms that you need when using biological data