The Biorepository

A biorepository is a facility that collects, catalogs, and stores samples of biological material, such as urine, tissue, and blood from humans for research. These samples (biospecimens) are crucial to studying prostate cancer and a vital component to advance prostate cancer treatment.

Biospecimens are collected and stored in the SKCC Biorepository for years to come using a state-of-the-art barcoding and tracking system. Researchers may then request these biospecimens for their studies. Without the ability to study tissue, blood, urine, etc. from prostate cancer patients, most prostate cancer research would be impossible. Creating and upkeeping biorepositories can be very costly and difficult to accomplish through typical academic grant funds. Philanthropy makes these efforts possible, the accessibility to thousands of stored specimens in a truly invaluable resource for prostate cancer research.