What is required regarding the immediate SAE report?

• A. The immediate report followed by a detailed, written report; identify subjects by unique code numbers.
• B. The immediate report only.
• C. The immediate report followed by a detailed, written report; identify subjects by names.
• D. The immediate report followed by a detailed, written report; identify subjects by home addresses.

Answer: (A)

Immediate SAE reporting is required to ensure rapid safety assessment and regulatory notification. The investigator must quickly report the event to the sponsor with concise essential information, and it must be followed by a detailed written report. For confidentiality, subjects should be identified by unique coded numbers rather than by names or home addresses in both the initial and the follow-up documentation. Using codes protects privacy while still allowing the sponsor to track and review the case.