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Contract Research Organization  

Definition

  • A contract research organization (CRO) is an organization contracted by the sponsor to conduct preclinical, clinical, and other trial-related functions. CROs can be classified into four basic categories: brokers; Phase I organizations; Phase II, III, and IV monitoring groups; and full-service CROs. [Source: Encyclopedia of Health Care Management; Contract Research Organization]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-S941WKW5-G

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