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single blind study

Meaning of single blind study: A type of clinical trial in which only the doctor knows whether a patient is taking the standard treatment or the new treatment being tested.

Definition of single blind study

A type of clinical trial in which only the doctor knows whether a patient is taking the standard treatment or the new treatment being tested. This helps prevent bias in treatment studies.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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