According to federal regulations, which of the following best describes when expedited review of a new, proposed study may be used by the IRB?
A. The study involves no more than minimal risk and meets one of the allowable categories of expedited review specified in federal regulations
B. The study is required for a student research project
C. The study does not require informed consent or survey instruments.
D. The study includes only research subjects that are healthy volunteers.
The correct answer is:
A. The study involves no more than minimal risk and meets one of the allowable categories of expedited review specified in federal regulations.
Expedited review can be used by the IRB when the study presents no more than minimal risk to participants and falls into one of the categories outlined by federal regulations for expedited review.