How should a contributing scientist's report be handled in GLP final submissions?

• A. It should be appended to the sponsor's final report and the original version archived
• B. It should be discarded after submission
• C. It should be sent separately to the client
• D. It should be summarized in a data table

Answer: (A)

In GLP final submissions, the contributing scientist’s report should be appended to the sponsor’s final report and the original version archived. This keeps a complete, auditable record, which is essential for traceability and regulatory review. Including the full report with the final submission ensures that all interpretations, observations, and conclusions from contributors are preserved in the exact form they were originally prepared, while archiving the original copy protects the integrity of the documentation for future inquiries or audits. If the report were discarded, sent separately, or merely summarized, important context and the precise contributor’s input could be lost, compromising data integrity and the ability to verify the findings.