Biobank is an important platform for translational medicine, precision medicine and drug development. In the past 10 years, although the construction of biobank in China has made great progress, it still faces many challenges. This article analyzes the key issues and also puts forward specific suggestions in the management of biobank from the aspects of ethics issues, quality control of biospecimens, information management, sample and data sharing, so as to provide reference for the construction and development of a high standard biobank.