Donor Case Selection | HuBMAP | JHU-TMC
Kyu Sang Han, Pei-Hsun Wu, Sashank Reddy, Denis Wirtz, Joel Sunshine
Published: 2024-04-19 DOI: 10.17504/protocols.io.dm6gpz8e1lzp/v2
Abstract
Donor case selection protocol for Johns Hopkins TMC describes criteria for human tissue biopsy collection.
Before start
Patient samples are obtained from skin that is to be discarded from patients presenting for reconstructive or aesthetic procedures necessitating skin excision. No other procedures or follow-up is needed for research purposes.
Steps
Inclusion
1.
Age 18-35 or 50 and over
English Speaking
Able to provide consent
Undergoing reconstructive or aesthetic procedures necessitating skin excision at the scalp or abdomen
Exclusion
2.
Known collagen disorder
Strong personal history of keloid formation
Deemed unfit for general anesthesia
Active infection of skin where samples may be taken
