Barcelona Tissue Bank

The Barcelona Tissue Bank, a specialized division of the Banc de Sang i Teixits (BST), is a leading European center for the procurement, processing, and distribution of human tissues and cells. As a public agency of the Catalan Department of Health, it provides a comprehensive range of biological products, including musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, ocular, and skin tissues, to support transplantation and regenerative medicine. The organization operates under strict GMP guidelines and international quality standards to ensure the safety and efficacy of allografts. Beyond its clinical supply role, the bank is heavily involved in research and development, focusing on advanced therapies and tissue engineering. Its facilities in Barcelona facilitate thousands of life-saving transplants annually, serving both national and international healthcare providers.