Due to limited demand, we are no longer able to offer clinical laboratory services.
However, convenient sources of such services are available.
Southern Research Institute
The Clinical Pathology Laboratory of Southern Research Institute is located within convenient walking distance of UAB. Its hematology (Advia 120), clinical chemistry (Cobas c501), and urinalysis services are available to UAB investigators. Standard UAB purchase orders are accepted, and standing POs can be established for frequent users. A formal fee schedule is being developed and will be posted as soon as possible.
For quotes and directions for sample delivery, contact
Dr. Brenda Yamamoto
Southern Research Institute
Clinical Pathology Laboratory
(205) 581-2693
yamamoto@southernresearch.org
UAB Division of Nephrology O’Brien Center
Serum creatinine in rodents is overestimated by picric acid methods (Meyer MH et al. Anal Biochem 144: 285-290, 1985; Jung K et al. J Clin Chem Clin Biochem 25:357-361, 1987). An improved method developed by Dr. Dan Sharer is available through the O'Brien Center Core C Bioanalytical Resource.
Dan Sharer, PhD
(205) 996-4799
dsharer@uab.edu
UAB Diabetes Research and Training Center Physiology Core Laboratory
The DRTC Physiology Core Laboratory performs analyses for lipids, insulin, glucose, leptin, and selected other hormones related to nutrition and metabolism. Contact the Director for further information.
Barbara Gower, PhD
934-4087
bgower@uab.edu