Bill of Rights
It is important that the purpose and procedures of the research study are fully understood and that consent is offered willingly. A subject in a research study or someone who is asked to give consent on behalf of another person for such participation, has the right to:
- Be informed of the nature and purpose of the research.
- Be given an explanation of all procedures to be followed and of any drug or device to be used.
- Be given a description of any risks or discomforts, which can be reasonably expected to result from this research study.
- Be given an explanation of any benefits, which can be reasonably expected to the subject as a result of this research study.
- Be informed of any appropriate alternative procedures, drugs, or devices that may be advantageous and of their relative risks and discomforts.
- Be informed of any medical treatment, which will be made available to the subject if complications should arise from this research.
- Be given an opportunity and encouraged to ask any questions concerning the study or the procedures involved in this research.
- Be made aware that consent to participate in the research may be withdrawn and that participation may be discontinued at any time without affecting continuity or quality of medical care.
- Be given a copy of the signed and dated written consent form if requested.
- Not be subjected to any element of force, fraud, deceit, duress, coercion, or any influence in reaching the decision to consent or to not consent to participate in the research.
If you have any further questions or concerns about your rights as a research subject, or the rights of someone for whom you are consenting, please contact your research doctor in the "Person to Contact" section of the consent form, or the University of Utah IRB at (801) 581.3655.
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