The Biorepository at Cancer Institute (WIA) maintains a curated collection of human biospecimens linked to detailed clinical and pathological annotations. Specimens are collected under IRB-approved protocols with informed consent and processed according to standardized operating procedures to ensure specimen integrity. The repository serves as a critical resource for biomarker discovery, validation studies, and collaborative research projects nationally and internationally.
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) and fresh-frozen tissue collections across major cancer types
Matched blood, serum, plasma, and buffy coat specimen banking
Standardized specimen collection, processing, and quality control workflows
Barcode-tracked inventory with temperature-monitored ultra-low and liquid nitrogen storage
Clinical annotation database linking specimens to treatment outcomes and follow-up data
Material transfer agreements and specimen sharing for collaborative research
Researchers interested in using this facility can request access by contacting the facility management team. Training sessions and orientation are available for new users.
Direct Enquiry: facilities@cancerinstitutewia.org
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