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CHGR DNA and Tissue Culture Resource

Summary

This facility provides processing of cell lines, human blood and tissue samples for DNA, plasma and buffy coat storage and for initiation of lymphoblast and fibroblast cell lines in furtherance of the CHGR mission to promote the use of genetic strategies in basic and clinical research.

Services

  • DNA extraction from whole blood, cell lines and tissue samples
  • Lymphoblast transformation and culture
  • Plasma isolation
  • Buffy coat isolation
  • Initiation of fibroblast cell lines
  • Other tissue culture services

Fee Schedule/Rates Location

Service Fee
DNA extraction (10 ml whole blood) $30
Lymphoblast transformation $110
Plasma isolation $10
Buffy coat isolation $40
Fibroblast culture $110
Other tissue culture services please inquire


Location

  • The facility is located within the Center for Human Genetic Research:
    Simches Research Center
    185 Cambridge Street
    CPZN 5.304
    Boston MA 02114

Director

James F. Gusella, Ph.D.

Center for Human Genetic Research
Massachusetts General Hospital
Richard B. Simches Research Center
185 Cambridge Street, Boston MA 02114
Contact: Jill Manning
jmanning7@partners.org

Phone Number: (617) 643-3388

Staff

Mary Anne Anderson, Senior Technician
Phone: 617-724-2355
manderson4@partners.org

Getting Started

To access the Resource, please contact Mary Anne Anderson at 617-724-2355 or by email at manderson4@partners.org