The Clinical Correlates Core (CCC) provides a
centralized laboratory collection/distribution unit to support the work of the
projects within this center. In addition, core laboratories at OSU receive
specimens for analysis. The primary functions of the CCC are to collect,
catalog, track, and analyze specimens and provide data to the MAC on results of
the analysis of specimens in order to accomplish the objectives of Center
projects. The use of this core is beneficial in regards to reducing cost and
increasing efficiency of analyses. The reproducibility of each analysis is enhanced
by the use of this core. Detailed tracking of specimens is included to ensure
the integrity of the specimens and reduce loss.
The overall goal of the CCC is to maintain a centralized specimen
repository. The specific aims are to:
- Obtain and preserve the
integrity of the specimens collected in Projects 1 (Dr. Chris Weghorst, PI) and
Project 3 (Dr. Mack Ruffin, PI)
- Ensure accurate
collection, cataloging, tracking, and analysis of the specimens
- Submit data from analysis
of specimens to the MAC for integration into the center database
- Facilitate the ability of
the projects of the Center to complete their specified aims with respect to
Heather Hampel –
Director
Christopher M.
Weghorst, PhD
Ronald Glaser, PhD
Maura Gillison, MD
Cecilia R.
DeGraffinreid, MHS, RHIA – Core Manager
Nita Williams, BS
Yufang Tang, PhD