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participation

participation In a clinical research trial, participation means taking part in the study after being informed about what it involves and how your data will be used.

In a clinical research trial, participation means taking part in the study after being informed about what it involves and how your data will be used. It is voluntary, continues only with your ongoing consent, and can be ended by the participant at any time.

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