Center for Pathology Research Services
Michelle Li
CPRS@mednet.ucla.edu
(310) 825-6008
http://pathology.ucla.edu/body.cfm?id=33

The Center for Pathology Research Services (CPRS) functions as a centralized and comprehensive resource for investigators seeking to access and utilize services offered by the Department of Pathology, including but not limited to Support Services (phlebotomy), Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Microbiology, Cytogenetics, Molecular Pathology, Orphan Disease Testing, Transfusion Medicine & Bloodbank, Immunogenetics, Bone Marrow & Clinical Flow Cytometry, Cytopathology, and Surgical Pathology. This single point-of-service includes assistance with basic inquiries about services available, protocol review, pricing inquiry, budget development, IRB support, invoicing, result reporting, and specimen handling, among other operational and logistical needs. By utilizing our services, researchers can expect improved access to the available research resources in the Department of Pathology, easy navigation through the large research service menu, improved coordination and throughput of service requests, and significant cost savings through utilization of pathology shared resources.