Maritime Brain Tissue Bank
Location
Halifax, NS, Canada
Phone Number
(902) 494-4130
Website
Geographic Restrictions
All across Canada
Preexisting Patient or Study Participant Restrictions
No
Other Restrictions
Yes. Restrictions on any communicable diseases
Tissue Use Restrictions
Tissues donated to this brain bank are restricted for research purposes.
Fees
No fees. There could be an autopsy fee depending upon the province.
How to Register
No straightforward process. Family of the donor speaks with the donor’s doctor. Upon consent for an autopsy, there is a box to check for donation. Communication with the brain bank comes from doctor or healthcare facility.