Records related to research studies that are used to assemble a pool of individuals for future research studies. The repository may contain data. The subject information may be used by researchers in future studies. Some repositories have Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval. Also includes non-IRB approved research repository subject pools.
This series includes, but is not limited to:
• Data or information about potential study participants;
• Survey data, x-rays, etc.
Note: Research repositories may include biological specimens or samples (i.e. blood, urine, saliva, tissue samples, etc). For the retention of laboratory and/or pathology specimens, Washington State Archives recommends agencies refer to the retention guidelines issued by the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), the College of American Pathologists (CAP), the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), and applicable state and federal codes and regulations.
Official Copy: Any Office
Retention: 6 years after close of repository
Disposition Method: Shred or Delete