Biorepository
The Einstein Biorepository provides long-term banking services for human subject specimens. All samples are tracked and archived electronically, providing storage, retrieval and chain of custody information, while meeting GLP and FDA guidelines. Specimens can be linked to investigator provided EMR and other clinical data. Our staff are trained and certified in sample aliquoting, storage, retrieval and packaging for shipping to other institutions.
Long-term storage of prospective clinical trial samples
Services available to individual investigators or targeted consortia
Sample types include blood, urine, tissue, DNA, mRNA, etc.
Storage available at a variety of conditions: LN2, -80°C, 4°C and room temperature
Individual archiving and tracking of each vial in repository
Bar coding of external samples
Domestic and international packaging services for shipment (IATA certified)
Cost competitive sample storage; additional volume discounts available
Redundant freezer backup systems, provided to ensure sample integrity
Location and Contacts
Biorepository Block Building
Matthew K. Abramowitz, M.D., M.S.
Scientific Director
Jeff Lafleur
Translational Core Director