Services

The Biobank offers a number of services for researchers, including provision of stored or fresh samples, sample processing and sample storage.

What we offer

Stored samples

We have numerous collections of fixed and frozen samples that cover a wide variety of disease areas and healthy volunteers. We are always looking to expand and diversify our collections.

Fresh samples

We can provide a number of different sample types as fresh tissue. These can be sourced and distributed to researchers within the local area when they become available.

New prospective collections

Requests can be made to begin a new prospective collection if we do not currently collect the samples you require. This may be collecting samples for a specific project or starting up a generic collection that you believe could be useful in the future. We have a number of collections already established in the Biobank.

Hosting

We are able to provide storage for sample collections both small and large and short and long term. The Biobank will provide secure and monitored storage and ensure that any legal requirements are met.

Processing and storage

We can perform basic processing of samples including spinning and aliquoting of liquid samples and creation of tissue blocks before long term storage. Additional forms of processing can be provided through the Biobank in coordination with other Cardiff University facilities.

Consent and collection

We have a dedicated phlebotomy suite and are able to consent and collect samples from donors within the facility.

Project support

We can provide support for your research project within the Biobank. This could be consenting participants, collecting and processing samples and long or short-term storage of samples.