Mayo Clinic Tissue Bank

The Mayo Clinic Tissue Bank is a program that collects, preserves, and provides human tissue samples—such as organs, blood vessels, and other tissues—to researchers. These samples help scientists study diseases, develop new treatments, and improve medical care. Donated tissues are handled with strict ethical standards, respecting donors and their families. The bank ensures that high-quality specimens are available for medical research, advancing understanding of health conditions and contributing to innovation in medicine. This resource supports scientists worldwide in their efforts to improve healthcare outcomes.