BC Children's Hospital BioBank: Empowering Research Through Quality Samples and Data
Vancouver, BC - The BC Children's Hospital (BCCH) BioBank is committed to advancing medical research by providing high-quality biological samples and clinical data. By collecting and storing de-identified information from pediatric and maternal patients, the BCCH BioBank supports researchers in their quest for scientific breakthroughs.
What We Offer: The BCCH BioBank offers a comprehensive range of services, including sample processing, aliquoting, storage, patient consenting, sample coordination, documentation, and shipping. We collect a variety of biological samples such as frozen tissues, blood, bone marrow, and other biospecimens like urine, CSF, and saliva.
How to Access Our Samples: Researchers interested in accessing our samples can follow a straightforward application process:
Contact us to inquire about sample availability.
Complete and submit a biobank application form along with an ethics protocol and certificate.
Await application review by the Scientific Access Subcommittee.
Sign a Material Transfer Agreement.
Obtain the required samples from the BCCH BioBank.
Our extensive collection includes both pediatric and maternal samples, with detailed categories available for each, ensuring that researchers have access to the specific specimens they need for their studies.
Contact Us: For more information or to begin the application process, reach out to us at:
Email: biobank@cw.bc.ca
Website: bcchbiobank.ca
Phone: 604-875-2000 ext. 7497
Empower your research with the BCCH BioBank, where our resources fuel the discovery and development of innovative treatments and therapies. Visit our website or scan the QR code for more details.
Together, we can make a difference in pediatric and maternal health.