Participating in clinical trials
- Eligibility
Who may participate in a clinical trial? - Informed consent
What is informed consent? - Principal investigator
Who is conducting the study? - Sponsor
Who is sponsoring or paying for the study? - Purpose of trials
Why is the research study being done? - Phases
What are the different phases of trials? - Risks and benefits
What are the risks and benefits of participating in clinical trials? - Compensation
Will I be paid for participating in a clinical trial? - Choices
What other choices are available? - Conflict of interest
Does the investigator have any conflict of interest? - Rights
What are the rights of participants in a clinical trial? - Protection
Who protects participants in clinical trials? - Responsibilities
What are the responsibilities of participants in clinical trials? - Questions to ask
What else should I know before I take part in a clinical trial?