Tissue Tug of War: Issues in Tissue Procurement for Research and Banking
Author(s):
Christopher A. Moskaluk, MD, FASCP
Description:
Intended Audience: Pathologist, Residents, Clinical Scientists, Laboratory Technologist/Scientist (Includes all sub-specialty areas)Students, Pathologist Assistants, Laboratory Directors and Educators
Upon completion of this program, you will be able to:
- Understand the legal and regulatory issues involved in "tissue ownership".
- Understand the arguments in the ethical debate over informed consent regarding the use of remnant and archival tissue samples.
- Understand logistical issues involved in tissue procurement in the setting of a clinical surgical pathology service.
