Biospecimen
/ˈbaɪoʊˌspɛsɪmən/
Definitions
- (n.) A biological sample, such as tissue, blood, or cells, collected for research or diagnostic purposes, often governed by legal regulations on consent and ownership.
The biobank required documented consent before collecting the biospecimen for genetic analysis.
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- biospecimen
- biospecimens
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Commentary
In legal contexts, clear consent and ownership rights over biospecimens are critical to compliance with privacy and research laws.
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