Sample types we accept

  • Fresh tissue (tumor & matched normal)

  • Fresh blood (EDTA and/or Streck tubes)

  • Pre-processed tissue (FFPE blocks, flash frozen, frozen in cryoprotectant)

  • Pre-processed blood (PBMCs and plasma)

  • Contact us about adding additional sample types

Fresh sample processing

  • FFPE Blocks

  • Flash Frozen Tissue Chunks

  • Frozen Tissue in Cryoprotectant (minced or digested)

  • Frozen PBMCs in Cryoprotectant

  • Plasma (from EDTA tubes and/or Streck tubes)

At the Pattern Biobank, we believe the key to accelerating rare cancer research is through the curation and sharing of clinical samples and data.

IRB-approved research protocol

CAP-accredited, GLP-certified lab

Next-Day sample processing

Researchers

Let us Build Your Biobank! Researchers & Organizations now have the option to store clinical samples in our Biobank. We work with you on specifying the sample collection, processing, and storage to fit your research needs.

We handle the biologistics so you can focus on the research!

  • Clinical samples will be available for purchase

  • Linked clinical data

  • Customized biobanking services

Want to learn more?