According to federal regulations, the expedited review process may be used when the study procedures pose:
No more than minimal risk and the research activities fall within regulatory categories identified as eligible.
A minor increase over minimal risk and the sponsor needs approval before the next IRB meeting.
More than minimal risk, but the study replicates previously approved research.
Any level of risk, but all the subjects are adults.
Answer: No more than minimal risk and the research activities fall within regulatory categories identified as eligible.