Utilization of human tissue in breast cancer research.
The use of human tissue, and material derived from such tissue, for research purposes is currently the subject of much debate. This debate needs to address several issues, including: the principle of abandonment; the distinction between identified and unidentified specimens; general versus specific informed consent; and, with the improvement in biotechnology and medical informatics, the design and security of research databases. The outcome of this debate will shape the way in which research studies using human biological materials are designed and executed.
University of Liverpool, Cancer Tissue Bank Research Centre, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, UK.
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D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology*; D018929:Cell Culture Techniques; D003219:Confidentiality; D046508:Culture Techniques; D005260:Female; D005568:Forms and Records Control; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent; D010067:Ownership / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D010344:Patient Advocacy / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D011639:Public Opinion; D012106:Research / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D012107:Research Design; D012109:Research Support as Topic; D014021:Tissue Preservation; D014407:Tumor Cells, Cultured; D006113:United Kingdom; D014481:United States