Who can participate in clinical research?
Each clinical research study has different requirements that determine whether a person can participate. These requirements are called “inclusion” and “exclusion” criteria. The criteria are used to help researchers answer the study questions and to ensure the safety of all volunteers.
Depending on what the study is testing, inclusion and exclusion criteria may include a person’s:
- Illness
- Health history
- Past or current treatment
- Age or sex
- Address (A person living too far from where the study takes place may not be eligible to participate).
