Archives: Glossary Terms

When a study is open to new participants joining the study.

The main researcher who oversees a research study and makes sure it is done as planned.

Any information that is related to a person, including information that can identify them.

A set of numbers, letters, or both that is used to identify a participant instead of their personal information.

To decline optional study activities or optional data uses that are not required for the study.

To agree to optional study activities or optional data uses that are not required for the study.

A test kit, implant, or other item that can be used, worn, or inserted to prevent, diagnose, monitor, or treat a disease, condition, or symptom.

Hiding or covering what the study treatments look like so participants cannot tell the difference.

When researchers continue to collect data from study participants after initial research activities are completed.

An approval given by the United States Food and Drug Administration to use a medical tool, instrument, test, or method in a study that enrolls people.