The protocol is the central regulatory document of a study. IRB review, investigator conduct, and data analysis all flow from it. Amendments must be reviewed and approved before implementation, except to eliminate immediate hazards.
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Glossary Term
Study Protocol
Clinical Operations
Also known as: protocol, clinical trial protocol, research protocol
The document that describes the objectives, design, methodology, statistical considerations, and organization of a clinical trial.
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