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Your Data Security
In view of recent news relating to a potential breach of UK Biobank data, we would like to ensure all our patient donors and their families that the information held by the Wales Cancer Biobank, in relation to donated tissue samples and sensitive healthcare data is anonymised. We do not release identifiable information to researchers, or any other biobank or organisation.
We respect our patients’ privacy and value their right to contribute to future research through their tissue donations with discretion. If you would like further information on WCB’s ethical use of samples please contact [email protected]
One Of The UK’s LongestEstablished Biobanks
One Of The UK’s Longest Established Biobanks
As one of the UK’s largest and longest-established biobanks, with an international reputation for excellence, the Wales Cancer Biobank is a valuable and award winning asset to the research community.
Biobank Activity
17,701
Patients Consented
187
Projects Supported
10
CountriesUsed In
40
% of donations used in research
57
Patients samples used in 8 or more projects
11
Projects supported across 4 countries by samples from 1 patient
