Quality Science begins with Quality Samples.
Located in the Life Sciences Center at UBC, the BioBank offers a range of storage, lab, and consulting services to researchers seeking to streamline sample management and analysis in their projects and lab spaces.
What is a biobank?
A biobank is a service provider and repository of biological samples and associated metadata.
Biobanks follow Standard Operating Procedures to collect, preserve, track, and distribute samples and provide reliable, high-quality biological resources for scientific use.
Why use a biobank?
Samples are precious and deserve special care. Partnering with a biobank offers a range of benefits, including:
- Time savings
- Sample quality
- Reliable storage
- Stored potential
- Reduced footprint
