Hoosier Cancer Research Network recognizes the importance of correlating clinical and laboratory data with the goal of identifying factors that are associated with response and/or toxicity to treatment. Samples collected from consented patients participating in HCRN studies are shipped to our biorepository for storage and management.

Correlative Capabilities

• Dedicated staff provide oversight for all sample processing and tracking.
• Correlative managers provide site training and support throughout the life of the study.
• Three -80 freezers.
• -140 mechanical cryogenic freezer.
• Study-specific Correlative Laboratory Manual with detailed instructions for collection, labeling, processing, and shipping samples.
• Study-specific sample collection kits.
• Manage complete chain of custody.