21 CFR §812.25
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The investigational plan shall include, in the following order:
- (a)Purpose. The name and intended use of the device and the objectives and duration of the investigation.
- (b)Protocol. A written protocol describing the methodology to be used and an analysis of the protocol demonstrating that the investigation is scientifically sound.
- (c)Risk analysis. A description and analysis of all increased risks to which subjects will be exposed by the investigation; the manner in which these risks will be minimized; a justification for the investigation; and a description of the patient population, including the number, age, sex, and condition.
- (d)Description of device. A description of each important component, ingredient, property, and principle of operation of the device and of each anticipated change in the device during the course of the investigation.
- (e)Monitoring procedures. The sponsor's written procedures for monitoring the investigation and the name and address of any monitor.
- (f)Labeling. Copies of all labeling for the device.
- (g)Consent materials. Copies of all forms and informational materials to be provided to subjects to obtain informed consent.
- (h)IRB information. A list of the names, locations, and chairpersons of all IRB's that have been or will be asked to review the investigation, and a certification of any action taken by any of those IRB's with respect to the investigation.
- (i)Other institutions. The name and address of each institution at which a part of the investigation may be conducted that has not been identified in paragraph (h) of this section.
- (j)Additional records and reports. A description of records and reports that will be maintained on the investigation in addition to those prescribed in subpart G.