Introduction

Biobanks provide valuable biospecimens and data to researchers, thus promoting and helping advance biospecimen research. However, many biobanks struggle to share their biospecimens, and researchers find it difficult to source samples. 

OpenSpecimen's SpecimenCatalog module closes the gap between biobanks and researchers by providing a web-based biospecimen catalog. Using SpecimenCatalog, researchers can easily search for samples and associated data based on multiple filters like specimen type, anatomical site, etc. They can compare and contrast samples from different biobanks and directly request access. OpenSpecimen sends all request forms to biobanks, which can then fill the order and ship the biospecimens.

SpecimenCatalog makes it easy for biobanks to upload a range of data about their biospecimens, including sample data, de-identified clinical data, and quality assurance data. It is entirely configurable, and biobanks can decide how much data to upload and who can access it. 

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