Instructions for iLab use
This video provides step-by-step instructions on how to submit requests via iLab
Resources
How To Use iLab
iLab is an electronic charge-back system used by the Research Histology Core Laboratory (RHCL). With this system, RHCL customers can place both research histology requests and archival block retrieval requests.
Archival Block Retrieval
The Research Histology Core Laboratory (RHCL) offers an in house archival retrieval service. This service supports the clinical and research protocols within the institution.
Learn more about archival block retrieval
Instructional Videos
View our instructional videos below for information on requesting the following services:
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
- Tissue Microarray (TMA)
- Slide Scanning
User guides provide information to assist requesters in placing orders for the related services. References provide clarification about the related services.
How To Use iLab
iLab is an electronic charge-back system used by the Research Histology Core Laboratory (RHCL). With this system, RHCL customers can place both research and archival block requests. The iLab system gives researchers unprecedented access to their orders. Through iLab, requesters can: place orders, communicate with the RHCL team, view the status of their orders and track their spending. To have access to iLab, the requester will need to know three main things:
- How to get registered to use the system
- The core facility or lab at which a service request will be made
- The Chart Field String that will be used for payment
Access the user guide above to get a detailed summary of iLab and how to use it.
We also offer in lab training for our customers to further understand iLab and how to use it. To schedule training please contact the RHCL at 713-792-3119.
Archival Block Retrieval
The Research Histology Core Laboratory (RHCL) offers an in-house archival retrieval service. This service supports the clinical research protocols within the institution. In this service, requests are made to retrieve clinical blocks from the pathology department to be sectioned for various techniques by the sponsor.
See the following documents in the user guides and documents sections for detailed instructions* on how to use this service.
*These documents are currently under revision and will contain addendums in the future.
- Tissue Qualification Lab User Guide
- iLab User Guide
- Archival Depletion memo
- Archival Block Designation Memo
- Archival Block Retrieval Guidelines
Contact Us
Research Data Team
Mary Gertrude Mendoza
Room: Y7.5821
Phone: (713) 563-3475
Email: mtmendoza@mdanderson.org
Ubong Atiata
Room: Y7.5821
Phone: (713) 792-9113
Email: uratiata@mdanderson.org
Research Histology Core Lab, North Campus
1515 Holcombe Blvd. Houston, TX 77030-4009
Room: Y7.5821
Phone: (713) 792-3119
Email: RHFCoreLab@mdanderson.org
Useful links in relation to our histology services as well as our affiliations
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iLab Organizer
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Aperio ImageScope
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Aperio eSlide Manager
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Bone Histomorphometry Core Laboratory (BHCL)
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MDA Box Cloud Storage
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Human Protein Atlas (IHC/ISH resource)
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IHC World (IHC resource)
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National Society of Histotechnology (NSH)
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Texas Society for Histotechnology (TSH)
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American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
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College of American Pathologists (CAP)