Question

Investigator A conducts research on emphysema using biospecimens from human subjects. The consent form indicates that the research 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?- No, the original research subjects must be re-consented for the cancer research. - Yes, because research with biospecimens is minimal risk. - Yes, if the biospecimens are de-identified then the research is no longer considered human subjects research. - No, because it would be unethical to conduct research that is not consistent with the consent form the subjects originally signed.

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter "C": Yes, if the biospecimens are de-identified then the research is no longer considered human subjects research.

Step-by-step explanation:

The process of removing identifying information from data is called De-identification. In human subject research, it is used to keep privacy for the research participants. This process is also called data anonymization. The opposed is the re-identification process in which de-identified data is used in order to reveal the identity of individuals.