SDV

Abbreviation with 2 meanings

SDV
Stands forSource data verification
Meanings2
CategoriesMedical

SDV has two meanings. It stands for Source data verification (medical research) or Single-dose vial (pharmacy).

Meanings of SDV at a glance

#SDV stands forContext
1Source data verificationMedical › Medical Research
2Single-dose vialMedical › Pharmacy

1. Source data verification

Medical · Medical Research Abbreviations

Monitoring process that compares data recorded in case report forms with original source documents, such as medical records and lab reports, to confirm accuracy and completeness. Older trials verified 100 percent of data, but risk-based monitoring now targets critical data points.

Example: SDV found the visit date in the eCRF didn't match the clinic note.

Industry analyses found that complete SDV corrects few errors that would change trial conclusions, supporting the shift to targeted verification. Source data review, which checks quality and protocol compliance, complements SDV. Direct transfer of data from electronic health records can reduce transcription errors.

2. Single-dose vial

Medical · Pharmacy Abbreviations

Vial of injectable drug without preservative, meant to be used for one patient in a single procedure and then discarded, even if some drug remains. Most anesthetic and many biologic vials are single-dose.

Example: Propofol SDV opened at 0815 for case 1; discard remainder after induction.

Reusing single-dose vials for multiple patients has caused outbreaks of hepatitis C and bacterial infections in outpatient clinics, prompting the CDC's "One and Only Campaign" on safe injection practices. Labels state "single-dose vial" and "discard unused portion".

More medical research abbreviations

  • RRR – Relative risk reduction
  • RWD – Real-world data
  • RWE – Real-world evidence
  • SD – Standard deviation
  • SEM – Standard error of the mean
  • SIV – Site initiation visit
  • SOC – Standard of care
  • SPIRIT – Standard Protocol Items: Recommendations for Interventional Trials

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More pharmacy abbreviations

  • QL – Quantity limit
  • REMS – Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy
  • RLD – Reference listed drug
  • RPh – Registered pharmacist
  • SMI – Soft mist inhaler
  • sol – Solution
  • SP – Specialty pharmacy
  • SR – Sustained release

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