The Remnant Samples Program offers a large inventory of remnant samples collected under an IRB-approved protocol that are available for research use or assay validation. Samples collected following completion of diagnostic testing include:
- Whole blood, serum, plasma
- Swabs (respiratory, rectal, oral, vaginal)
- Urine
- Stool
- Aptima ThinPreps
- Microbiological specimens (blood cultures, BAL, sputum, etc.)
Samples are collected by NorDx, MaineHealth’s CAP-accredited diagnostic laboratory, and are annotated with clinical data according to individual client needs. Samples and data are deidentified prior to distribution.
To learn more about our remnant sample inventory or to inquire about prospective remnant sample collections, please contact: remnants@mainehealth.org