Developing a new drug or therapy involves several steps. One of these steps is the clinical trials and studies phase. During this phase, the new investigational  treatment is tested on people for the first time. The clinical aspects of this process consist of four phases. These phases start with giving the first dose to a volunteer and end with the final test before the drug is produced.

Clinical trials are the primary way that researchers test a new form of treatment or prevention. For example, a chemotherapy drug, a pacemaker, or a new type of behavioral therapy. These tests determine safety and efficacy in patients and whether the new treatment is better than existing options.

As one of the world leaders in clinical research, Celerion is here to help answer what clinical trials and studies are, and see how they help in making strides in clinical research. 

How do Clinical Trials and Studies Work?

If you're interested in participating in a clinical trial or study, the first thing you should know is that they are very carefully designed with a strict protocol to ensure your safety and well-being. 

The research team describes the study and the protocol in great detail, as well as your participant responsibilities. If you join a trial, you have certain rights as a participant, as well as some risks and benefits. 

At Celerion, research teams follow the standards of the Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that govern clinical trials. 

IRBs review the study, and the Celerion team ensures your safety during the trial. 

Before the study begins, participants are told of the procedures they will undergo, the time commitment, whether they will need to stay at the research site, and any other information that they need for informed consent. 

During the actual trial, you'll see doctors, nurses, researchers, social workers, as well as other healthcare professionals who will monitor your health closely. 

You may be asked to keep a log of your health or discuss how you're feeling. Clinical trials last from a few weeks to several months. 

When the study is complete, your commitment ends, too. 

How You Can Sign up for a Clinical Trial

Getting into clinical trials and studies with Celerion is easy if you're in Phoenix, AZ, Lincoln, NB, or Belfast in Northern Ireland. You can make an appointment with a Celerion representative and tour our research facilities, or you can go online. 

How to Sign up With Celerion

If you're interested in participating in a clinical trial with Celerion, we make it easy to enroll. Simply complete the online questionnaire or fill out the paperwork when you come in for a tour. The process is similar to a physical exam in that you provide your general health information and medical history. Once that preliminary data is in the system, we will contact you for additional screenings and to determine if you are eligible to participate in any upcoming studies. 

Why People Sign Up for Clinical Trials

People participate in clinical trials for a variety of reasons. Some do it as a way of giving back; others do it because they've had someone close to them struggle with a particular disease. 

It's also worth mentioning that participants in Celerion clinical trials do get compensated for their time after having taken part in a clinical trial.

See How You Can Sign up for a Clinical Trial with Celerion 

Are you still interested in joining the Celerion clinical trials team as a participant? Contact us to learn more about the process or to schedule an appointment to sign up. 

One of our representatives will answer any questions you may have and get you started on your journey in helping medical research.  

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