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Published in: Pathology & Oncology Research 4/2018

Open Access 01-10-2018 | Review

Aspects of Modern Biobank Activity – Comprehensive Review

Authors: Wiktor Paskal, Adriana M. Paskal, Tomasz Dębski, Maciej Gryziak, Janusz Jaworowski

Published in: Pathology & Oncology Research | Issue 4/2018

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Abstract

Biobanks play an increasing role in contemporary research projects. These units meet all requirements to regard them as a one of the most innovative and up-to-date in the field of biomedical research. They enable conducting wide-scale research by the professional collection of biological specimens and correlated clinical data. Pathology units may be perceived roots of biobanking. The review aims at describing the concept of biobanks, their model of function and scientific potential. It comprises the division of biobanks, sample preservation methods and IT solutions as well as guidelines and recommendations for management of a vast number of biological samples and clinical data. Therefore, appropriate standard operating procedures and protocols are outlined. Constant individualization of diagnostic process and treatment procedures creates the niche for translational units. Thus, the role of biobanks in personalized medicine was also specified. The exceptionality of biobanks poses some new ethical-legal issues which have various solutions, in each legal system, amongst the world. Finally, distribution and activity of European biobanks are mentioned.
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Metadata
Title
Aspects of Modern Biobank Activity – Comprehensive Review
Authors
Wiktor Paskal
Adriana M. Paskal
Tomasz Dębski
Maciej Gryziak
Janusz Jaworowski
Publication date
01-10-2018
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Published in
Pathology & Oncology Research / Issue 4/2018
Print ISSN: 1219-4956
Electronic ISSN: 1532-2807
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12253-018-0418-4

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