Informed Consent - Information about the ways in which clinical trial participants are protected before and during the conduct of a study.

Informed consent helps ensure the safety of people who take part in research.

Credit: National Cancer Institute

Informed consent is a process through which you learn details about the trial before deciding whether to take part. This process includes learning about the trial’s purpose and possible risks and benefits. It is a critical part of ensuring patient safety in research.

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