Investigator a conducts research on emphysema using biospecimens from human subjects. the consent form indicates that the resear
ch will focus exclusively on emphysema. investigator b wishes to use the biospecimens for research on lung cancer. can investigator b use the specimens for cancer research without re-consent if the specimens are de-identified?
Yes, investigator b can use the specimens for cancer research without re-consent if the specimens are de-identified.
De-identification is the process of removing identifiers from human subject research specimens for the sake of privacy for research participants and to avoid leaking personal information.
<span>Since the specimen has been de-identified it can not longer be connected to a specific individual. Thus, his/her identity is safe.
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By cooling the heart, its need for oxygen is reduced. This allows surgeons to work on the heart for two to four hours without damaging the heart tissue.
