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The first biobank in the Middle East and North Africa accredited by the Egyptian Accreditation Council (EGAC) according to the international standard ISO 20387:2018.

The Biobank Centre of Excellence at the Immunology Department, Theodor Bilharz Research Institute, proudly provides an integrated system for the collection, preservation, and management of human biological specimens following the highest international quality standards, supporting scientific research and innovation in the medical field.

Services:

• Collection of blood, serum, plasma, and buffy coat samples according to standardized protocols.
• Processing and aliquoting of biological samples using advanced technologies while maintaining the cold chain.
• Long-term storage of biological specimens in ultra-low temperature freezers (-80°C) with continuous 24/7 monitoring.
• Provision of accredited biological specimens to researchers inside and outside the institute.
• Linking specimens with anonymized clinical and demographic data through the Biobank Information System (BIS).
• Providing liver disease testing and diagnostic services, including FibroScan examination.

Specialized Training Programs and Workshops:

✔ Fundamentals of biobanking and ISO 20387 requirements.
✔ Biological specimen collection and processing.
✔ Cryopreservation techniques and storage management.
✔ Quality management systems and accreditation requirements in biobanks.
✔ Data management and digital traceability of biological specimens.
✔ Research ethics and informed consent procedures.
✔ Advanced workshops in genomic biobanking, liver cell isolation techniques, translational medicine research, and flow cytometry applications.

Why Choose TBRI Biobank?

• The first EGAC-accredited biobank in Africa.
• International accreditation according to ISO 20387:2018.
• More than 60 years of research excellence at Theodor Bilharz Research Institute.
• Member of the Arab Biobank Consortium Network (ABCON).

For inquiries, biological specimen requests, research collaboration, or registration in training programs:

Email: biobank@tbri.sci.eg
Website: www.tbri.sci.eg

Address:
Nile Street, Warrak Al-Hadar, Imbaba, Giza, Egypt