Clinical Investigation Unit

The Phase 1 Clinical Investigation Unit (CIU) supports physician-led clinical research and specialized diagnostic testing for pediatric and adult patients. The unit provides a hospital-based setting for clinical investigations, specimen collection, medication administration, patient monitoring, and protocol-based care, with access to emergency and other hospital services as required.

CIU operates under Network of Networks (N2 Canada) Standard Operating Procedures and maintains regulatory compliance with Registered Nurses certified in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Health Canada Division 5 Food and Drug Regulations (Clinical Trial Drugs).  
CIU also facilitates specialized diagnostic testing requiring medication administration and/or serial specimen collection as directed by specialty physicians with Alberta Health Services privileges at the University of Alberta Hospital.