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Biobank sample workflow. Residual samples are biospecimens that are typically discarded after clinical procedures (e.g., blood, tissue, urine). These are collected from all patients enrolled in the Biobank. A research sample is a biospecimen collected for research purposes. Participants are given the option to agree to this additional sample during the consent process. EHR: electronic health record.
