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Brain banks and non nervous tissues
A Palacin1, A Cardozo, A Cardesa
1Department of Pathology, Hospital Clinico, University of Barcelona, Spain.
Journal of Neural Transmission. Supplementum
|January 1, 1993
Summary
Brain banks should store organs beyond nervous tissue affected by neurological diseases. This ensures comprehensive research into systemic conditions impacting multiple organs alongside brain disorders.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pathology
- Biobanking
Background:
- Neurological diseases can affect non-neural organs directly or indirectly.
- Comprehensive tissue collection is crucial for understanding systemic involvement in neurological disorders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the necessity and methodology for brain banks (BB) to store non-nervous system organs alongside neural tissue.
- To ensure proper management and utilization of diverse biological samples for research.
Main Methods:
- Describing techniques for collection and preservation of tissues, including cryopreservation, chemical fixation, and microwave irradiation.
- Implementing a database system for sample identification, registration, distribution, and utilization.
Main Results:
- The study details protocols for managing diverse tissue types within a brain bank.
- Established procedures for sample tracking and quality control are presented.
Conclusions:
- Brain banks play a vital role in collecting and preserving a wider range of tissues to support research on complex diseases.
- Standardized tissue management and preservation techniques are essential for high-quality research material.