How to Formulate a Research Question, Hypothesis and Objective for a Clinical Study?

Abstract

A research study mainly addresses a specific research question (s) which is to be primarily answeredafter completion of that clinical study. As such, the considered research question decides the hypothesisof the study. Ultimately, the hypothesis of a study determines the objectives of that study. Generally, astudy’s planning also relies on the primary research question/objective of that study. Keeping in viewof the pivotal role of these facts, the present write-up aims to briefly address important issues whiledeciding the research question, hypothesis and objective (s) of a clinical study.