Applying for Tissue Blocks or Slides for Testing Purposes and Assay Development (formalin-fixed, de-linked samples only; excludes clinical archives) Non-Cancer Cancer Contact the Human Tissue Procurement Facility (HTPF) at 844-5389 to discuss your needs Contact the Office of Tissue Use Management (OTUM) at 844-5537 to discuss your needs Submit letter to OTUM describing request (no formal application) Tissue Research Review Committee (TRRC) Administrative Review Submit request in writing to the HTPF, along with TRRC approval if cancer specimens are being requested