Saturday, May 15, 2010

I want to be a lab rat

Years ago, an acquaintance of mine had revealed that she participated in numerous medical studies.  In essence she was the human lab rat used for sleep studies, eating disorders and even some bizarre device testing.  At first I thought, how amazing that she is so committed to the progress of science that she would subject herself to this "inconvenience" and even potential danger.  Not so fast, she was in it for the money.  

Once I thought I would partake in such an experiment.  It was at the university and you had to be between 21 and 65, scuba certified and willing to spend several hours a day in closed quarters.  I think it was to test some type of nitrogen effect.  Anyway, I thought I would be helping the scuba profession plus I would feel kind of worthwhile doing my part for education and science.  I'll grab a book and sit for a few hours.  My brilliant husband downloaded a photo of the place I would be sitting, actually crouching in.  He also brought up the claustrophobia factor and asked if I was crazy.  When you put it that way, maybe this isnt for me. 

Now I found one that would work.  Looks like the Medtronic's wired defibrillator may be replaced with wireless sensors.  I want one to replace my pacemaker.  So how do I volunteer for the test?  Guessing there is not a Seattle hotline that you call to say, cut me open and replace my pacemaker.  I am thinking if I can get this done, while they are in there maybe a stomach lipo and breast lift wouldn't be too much to ask.

If you don't see me for a few weeks but notice my photos from Seatlle, you will know I figured out how to get this done.

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