Inclusion-Exclusion Criteria

Inclusion-Exclusion Criteria are specific rules used in research studies to determine who can or cannot participate. They ensure that participants meet certain conditions to make the results more accurate and relevant. For example, a study on a new medication might include only adults with a particular condition and exclude those with allergies or other health issues. These criteria help researchers select a suitable, safe group for the study, ensuring the findings are valid and applicable to the intended population. They also protect participants by avoiding those for whom the study might be risky.