While there is a diversity of laboratory information systems available, there is no one system used by bio-banks. Furthermore, there is an increased utilization of digital whole-slide scanning technology in converting slides made from biobanking into digital whole slide images. 

In this CAPcast, Duke Medical Center pathology resident Dr. Richard Davis interviews leading pathology informatics expert Dr. Raj Dash about biobanking and its integration with various LIS technologies. Dr. Dash is also at Duke Medical Center.

For more information about biobanking, please visit the Biorepository Accreditation Program section on CAP.org: https://capatholo.gy/3rzSPkg.

Pathologists’ Roundtable - Targeting the Complexities of Professional Practice Evaluation

The College of American Pathologists' CAPcasts feature interviews with leading pathologists on current issues impacting pathology and laboratory medicine.

The College of American Pathologists is the leading organization of board-certified pathologists, serves patients, pathologists, and the public by fostering and advocating excellence in the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine.