Informed Consent and HIPAA Authorization Forms are documents that must be completed by potential research participants prior to engaging in a research study. The forms serve to protect participants and ensure that the research is conducted ethically and safely. The Informed Consent Form (ICF) is a document that provides information about the research and its potential risks and benefits to the participant. It also outlines the rights of the participant, such as the right to withdraw from the research at any time. The ICF ensures that participants are aware of the procedures and risks associated with the research and that they provide consent to participate. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Authorization Form is a document used to protect the privacy of research participants. This form provides permission for the researcher to use the participant's protected health information (PHI) in the research study. Different types of Informed Consent and HIPAA Authorization Forms can include a general form that applies to all research studies conducted by a particular institution, or more specific forms tailored to a particular research study.