Pancreatic Cancer Biobank | Rogel and Blondy Center for Pancreatic Cancer
Largest pancreatic biobank in Michigan
Our pancreatic cancer biobank is the largest in Michigan. We provide blood and tissue samples to more than 10 NCI-funded pancreatic cancer researchers across the University of Michigan campus. These samples have led to collaborative research projects, publications, grants and the development of significant pancreas organoid models.
Under the leadership of Vaibhav Sahai, MBBS, our biobank is currently running a clinical study.
Learn about our clinical trial
Assessment of Biological Markers in Pancreatic Disease
Principal Investigator: Vaibhav Sahai, MBBS, MS
University of Michigan Department of Internal Medicine - Hematology/Oncology
Study Coordinator: Nicole Peterson, MS
University of Michigan Department of Internal Medicine - Hematology/Oncology
Study purpose:
Our goal is to create better early detection tools and therapies geared towards different pancreatic diseases
and malignancies. To do this, we collect blood and/or tissue samples from patients and use these samples to better understand the different biology of different pancreatic diseases and malignancies.
Contact us:
734-936-7288 or email: [email protected]
What you need to know
When you contact us, a research team member will go over the study with you. If you choose to participate, you will be asked to sign a consent form. This form details the study, and a copy will be made available to you. This study is voluntary.
Sample collection
At any blood draw appointment you already have scheduled for your medical care, we can collect up to 5 tablespoons of blood no more than once a month. We can also collect tissue from surgical procedures you have done at Michigan Medicine. We will not ask you to make any extra appointments just for research.
Clinical Data Collection
We can collect some clinical data from your medical records to help us link data from your samples to what we see in our analysis. Only a few select members of the study team will have access to your identifying information.
Get more information
Contact us at 734-936-7288 or [email protected] and learn if this study is right for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will participation cost me?
The study is free to you. We cover the cost of research sample collection and processing. You will be responsible for costs associated with your regular medical care.
What if I change my mind?
Please contact us at 734-936-7288 or [email protected] any time and we will remove you from the study. Participation is completely voluntary and you can withdraw consent at any time.
What can you do with my samples?
Some of the things we can do with these samples include genetic analysis, create cell lines, grow diseases in other organisms or store the samples for future use.
Will I be contacted with results?
We will not be able to contact you with any experimental results acquired from your samples.
Learn more about this study
Whether you're a patient, a healthcare provider or a researcher interested in collaboration, we're here to answer your questions.
