Tag: Biological Samples
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Biobanks: The New Tools for Large-Scale Medical Research
What is a biobank? A biobank is a carefully organized repository that combines biological samples—such as blood, saliva, or urine—with health, lifestyle, and demographic information about donors. In medical research, these biobanks make it possible to study diseases across thousands or even millions of individuals, identify risk factors, and track how conditions progress over time.…
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FIBRALUNG Project Reaches Milestone in Lung Disease Research
Introduction to the FIBRALUNG Project Launched in 2021, the FIBRALUNG project aims to delve into the complexities of diffuse lung diseases. What started as a pioneering initiative has now achieved a remarkable milestone—collecting over 1,000 biological samples from patients affected by rare pulmonary conditions. This achievement not only highlights the project’s dedication to advancing medical…