What To Expect

What To Expect When You Take Part in a Clinical Trial

Participating in a clinical trial for the first time can be intimidating. Please make sure to discuss your concerns with your healthcare provider and ask any questions you may have. Knowing what to expect will help you to be better prepared.

We have compiled information to help you understand the clinical research process. If you have further questions, please review our FAQs.

What Will My Responsibilities Be as a Participant?

There are some general responsibilities as a clinical trial participant. You will:

• Make sure your contact information is accurate.
• Attend all the scheduled appointments or inform the research staff in advance if you cannot attend an appointment.
• Arrange your own transportation during the study.
• Follow the directions of the researchers.
• Reveal your past and present medical history if it is relevant to the study.
• Discuss any questions or concerns with the researchers at any point throughout the trial.
• Inform the research staff of any adverse events you experience while enrolled in the study.
• Inform the Institutional Review Board Office if you feel your rights as a participant have been violated.

Since every clinical trial is different, you might be asked to complete additional specific requirements if you choose to participate in a clinical trial.

What Will Be My Rights as a Participant?

• You will have rights if you choose to participate in a clinical trial. You will have the right to:
• Be treated with respect at all times.
• Know the risk involved with the study participation.
• Know what alternatives are available.
• Withdraw from the study without any penalty.
• Receive a sufficient amount of time to decide on participation.
• Be informed of the name, credentials, and contact information of the principal investigator.
• Be informed of the purpose of the study.
• Be informed of who will have access to your information.
• Be informed of what procedures may be performed and what drugs may be used.
• Feel comfortable asking questions during any time of the study.

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