azenta.com Storage, Automation & Logistics Informed Consent in Sample Management WHITE PAPER Clinical Trial Management Series: Part 4Storage, Automation & Logistics | White Paper Azenta Life Sciences 2 Introduction Informed consent is often viewed as a simple matter of obtaining a patient’s signature on a paper-based informed consent form (ICF) or electronic informed consent form (eICF). However, it entails thorough and clear communication to the participant about key aspects of the clinical trial. To protect the health and rights of patients, the process is strictly regulated by multiple institutions across the world, such as the Office of Human Research Protection (OHRP) in the US. 1 Various resources are available to learn more about the standards of informed consent practice

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