Sample Type:
Below are just a few examples, and the choice of sample type depends on the research objectives, diagnostic requirements, and available technologies. Each sample type may require specific collection, processing, and storage methods to maintain integrity and suitability for downstream applications.
Blood:
- Whole Blood
- Serum
- Plasma
- Buffy coat
Tissues:
- Fresh Tissues
- Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE) Tissues
- Frozen Tissues
- Tissue Microarrays (TMAs)
Cells:
- Cell Pellets
- Cell Cultures
- Cytospins
Bodily Fluids:
- Urine
- Saliva
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
- Synovial Fluid
- Pleural Fluid
- Ascitic Fluid
DNA/RNA:
- Genomic DNA
- Total RNA
- mRNA
- miRNA
Biopsies:
- Endoscopic Biopsies
- Needle Biopsies
- Surgical Biopsies
Other Specimens:
- Stool
- Hair
- Nails
- Sweat
Storage Temperatures:
It's essential to follow specific storage guidelines provided by regulatory agencies, institutional protocols, or manufacturers to maintain sample integrity and viability. Additionally, some samples may have specific requirements based on their intended use or downstream applications.
Blood:
- Whole Blood: 2-8°C (refrigerated)
- Serum: -20°C or lower (frozen)
- Plasma: -20°C or lower (frozen)
Tissues:
- Fresh Tissues: -80°C or lower (frozen)
- Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE) Tissues: Room temperature
Urine:
- Fresh Urine: 2-8°C (refrigerated)
- Urine Sediment: Room temperature
Saliva:
- Saliva: -20°C or lower (frozen)
DNA/RNA:
- DNA: -20°C or lower (frozen)
- RNA: -80°C or lower (frozen)
Cells/Cultures:
- Cell Pellets: -80°C or lower (frozen)
- Cell Cultures: -80°C or lower (frozen)
