Fresh or cryopreserved samples from healthy,
fully consented UK donors – processed to your exact specifications
Why researchers choose Research Donors
Donor diversity with control
Select samples from a diverse and healthy donor pool, with options to specify age, sex, blood type, and other key characteristics.
Fully customise your order
Tailor your order to fit your research needs – choose your anticoagulant (EDTA, heparin, citrate), collection device, delivery format, and timing.
Biospecimens you can rely on
All samples undergo rigorous serology screening and are processed rapidly for maximum viability. Next-day delivery available across the UK and Europe.
Explore our biospecimens
Supporting research across multiple areas
At Research Donors, we are committed to providing you with the samples you need for your research.
Whether you’re looking for specific anticoagulants, volumes, or donor profiles, our team is here to customise your order for optimal results.
Immunology & infectious disease

Vaccine & cell therapy development

Diagnostic assay validation

Biomarker discovery

Disease mechanism research

Haematology

Custom orders to fit your research
Your research isn’t off-the-shelf. Your samples shouldn’t be either
We tailor collections to your exact needs, including donor selection criteria, anticoagulant choice, collection devices, delivery temperature, and timing. Whether you’re running complex immunoassays or developing diagnostic tools, we’ll align with your protocol.
How to order
Browse our inventory
Access pre-collected, frozen biospecimens from our online catalogue
1. Browse our frozen stock inventory
2. Add samples to your basket
3. Submit your request & reserve the samples
4. Your local distributor will be in touch to confirm
Request a biospecimen collection
Design a custom collection based on your specific research needs
1. Specify your sample, donor & delivery criteria
2. Add to your selection to your quote
3. Submit the request from your basket
4. Your local distributor will be in touch to confirm
What our customers say
Got questions about our biospecimens or ordering?
We’ve compiled answers to the most common questions researchers ask – from consent and ethical sourcing to delivery timelines and sample handling.
We're here to help
Whether you need more information about our donor collections or want to
discuss a custom request, our team is ready to assist.