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Biobank for Translational Medicine: Standard Operating Procedures for Optimal Sample Management
Published on: November 30, 2022
Cardiovascular biobanks.
Gerardo Rivera-Silva1, Pablo Martínez-Fernández1, Bruno Papacristofilou-Riebeling1
1Universidad de Monterrey, Escuela de Medicina, Banco de Células, Tejidos y Órganos Cardiovasculares. San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, México.
Biobanks are crucial for biomedical research, collecting and storing pathological samples to advance health solutions. Implementing biobanks strategically boosts scientific production and knowledge development for better health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Research
- Health Sciences
- Pathology
Background:
- Biobanks serve as essential supply facilities for biomedical research.
- They play a vital role in promoting public health initiatives.
- Biobanks are instrumental in collecting, preserving, and storing diverse pathological biological samples.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the strategic importance of biobanks in advancing scientific research.
- To underscore the role of biobanks in developing solutions for health problems.
- To emphasize the contribution of biobanks to scientific production and knowledge generation.
Main Methods:
- This study focuses on the conceptual framework and strategic implications of biobanks.
- It involves analyzing the functions of receiving, preserving, conserving, and storing biological samples.
- The approach emphasizes the value of biobanks in the context of health research.
Main Results:
- Biobanks are identified as key strategic assets for research institutions.
- The preservation and storage of pathological samples are central to biobank functions.
- Effective biobank implementation directly supports scientific advancement.
Conclusions:
- The implementation of biobanks is a strategic imperative for fostering scientific production.
- Biobanks are critical for developing the knowledge base needed to address health challenges.
- Investing in biobanks accelerates the development of innovative health solutions.
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