Biospecimen Repository

Protocols & Standardization

The Duke IGSP Biorepository is developing a number of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols for collection, handling, processing, banking, and analysis of biological specimens and associated data to maintain sample and data integrity and comparability, and to assist investigators to conduct studies in a reliable and reproducible manner. These SOPs are based upon guidelines and best practices from several biospecimen research organizations, as well as evidence-based assessment of methods and reagents.

• NCI Office of Biorepositories and Biospecimen Research (OBBR):
  Best Practices
• International Society for Biological and Environmental Repositories (ISBER) Best Practices:
  ISBER Best Practices for Biorepositories
• National Biospecimen Network (NBN) Best Practices:
  NBN Blueprint
  RAND Report

Sample Processing Protocols

The IGSP Biorepository is developing recommended protocols and materials for routine sample processing activities to ensure standardization and comparability of samples.

For more information, including specific methods or SOPs, please Contact Us.