Indiana Biobank - Donate A Blood Sample and Help Us Discover New Medical Treatments for Hoosiers!
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Tatiana Foroud
Primary Investigator
Overview
The Indiana Biobank is a statewide initiative, co-developed by Indiana University School of Medicine and IU Health to collect blood specimens.
The Indiana Biobank is a collection of biological samples (like blood, urine, and tissue) from individuals matched with their electronic health information. Researchers use biobanks to study genetic factors in health and disease. Researchers use the samples and information to find new and/or better treatments for diseases and health conditions.
IU Health patients can participate in this effort by donating a blood sample. These samples are collected at the time of a routine blood draw for their doctor. The Indiana Biobank can also use blood specimens left over from another draw.
The goal of the project is to enroll 300,000 IU Health patients over the next five years.
Collected samples and medical information are made available to scientists who are performing research that may lead to new or advanced medical treatments. We hope these discoveries will help improve the health of Hoosiers and the community.
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