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Ancillary Review

Ancillary reviews are reviews by additional committees or groups that may be required before IRB review and/or approval. The entities that need to provide a review will vary based on the protocol. Some commonly required ancillary reviews are summarized below. As an investigator, you should be aware of the additional ancillary reviews required and ensure these are completed and documented in PROTECT.

Before IRB Review: Additional Requirements

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