What is clinical trial?
It is a research study in the human volunteers to answer some specific health related questions. It is the safest and fastest way to find new way of treatment. There are many kinds of clinical trials. A protocol is a plan according to it only clinical trial is conducted.

Why are clinical trials done?
Clinical trials are done to see that whether new drug or device is effective and safe for people to use. It is also done to compare treatments to determine which one is better.

What types of clinical trials are available?
There are many kinds of clinical trials, including:

• Trials, that test new combination of drugs, new way of surgery or radiation therapy.
• Trials, to prevent the disease from returning, like vitamins, vaccines, minerals.
• Diagnostic trial, to find out the better test or diagnosing diseases or conditions.

Are clinical trials safe?
The team members of the clinical trial ensure that people have reliable information as they decide to join a clinical trial. Efforts are made to control risk but some risk occurs due to use of new type of medicine. Participant must give signature to the information consent papers before joining the study. Signing indicates that they understand the trial research and can leave the clinical trial at any time.

What should people think before joining clinical trial?
People should think about learning as much as clinical trial interest them. Before joining, they should know that what happens during the trial. They should understand about the risk and benefits associated with clinical trials.

Where are clinical trials conducted?
The sponsors determine the location of the clinical trial. It is mainly conducted at medical centers, hospitals, clinics, universities, or industry-funded research sites.