PCGC Biorepository:
Coriell Institute for Medical Research
PI: Nahid Turan
The CHD GENES Biorepository, Coriell Institute for Medical Research, provides sample collection, packaging, and shipment materials to the PCGC Centers. DNA is extracted from blood and saliva specimens, aliquoted and stored at -80C. Specimen tracking, manipulation, quality control, and distribution status information is transmitted to the coordinating center, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. DNA specimens are prepared and shipped to core facilities and laboratories as instructed by the coordinating center.