What is Life? A Guide to Biology with Physiology
What is Life? A Guide to Biology with Physiology
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Author: Jay Phelan
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 1, Problem 12SA
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How a study can be designed for testing an anti-cancer drug.

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Studies involving the testing of medications should be controlled, randomized and double-blind. The participants must be informed of the risks and benefits of the drug.

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