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Welcome to our site about Cord Blood and Stem Cell Banking. We aim to cover everything you need to know, from the basics to the latest scientific advancements. If you’re new to the subject, we have two in-depth articles to get started, and a Frequently Asked Questions page –
We also bring you regular news on the latest in Cord Blood, Stem Cells, and pregnancy-related science.
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Cord blood transplantation (CBT) is a groundbreaking therapy for adults with severe blood disorders that are resistant to other treatments. This procedure involves the transfusion of stem cells from umbilical cord blood to help regenerate the patient’s blood and immune system. It’s particularly valuable when a matched donor is hard to find, offering a ray…
When you’re pregnant or planning to get pregnant, your health is crucial—not just for your own well-being but also for your baby’s future health. Recent research highlights a significant connection between a mother’s weight before and during pregnancy and the metabolic health of her baby. This can influence the baby’s risk of obesity and other…
The early days of a newborn’s life are crucial, especially for preterm infants who face a higher risk of developing infections due to their underdeveloped immune systems. Among these threats, early onset sepsis (EOS) stands out as a particularly serious condition that can rapidly become life-threatening. Traditionally, detecting EOS requires direct blood samples from the…
A new approach has emerged for the treatment of cerebrovascular disorders such as stroke. This innovative method involves the use of umbilical cord blood (UCB), a source rich in regenerative cells, which has shown promising results in repairing brain damage caused by strokes. Why Umbilical Cord Blood? Umbilical cord blood is not just any blood.…
Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery involving the stem cells found in umbilical cord blood—a resource that might have been underestimated until now. Umbilical cord blood is rich with life-giving stem cells known as hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs), the heroes behind bone marrow transplants. These transplants are life-savers for patients with malfunctioning bone marrow, as…
The world has witnessed an incredible evolution in healthcare thanks to cord blood and tissue banking. This industry, which kick-started in the 1990s, has grown into a global powerhouse, controlling the fate of potentially life-saving treatments for countless diseases. The journey began in October 1988 with a groundbreaking procedure using cord blood-derived stem cells. Fast…
In the ongoing battle against leukemia, a type of cancer that’s notoriously tricky to treat, scientists have been tirelessly searching for better ways to outsmart the disease. Their latest strategy? Supercharging a particular group of immune cells known as natural killer (NK) cells to make them more potent against cancer cells. The Basics Leukemia, specifically…
For years, bone marrow transplants have been a cornerstone in treating severe immunodeficiencies and other critical conditions in children. The process involves replacing a patient’s malfunctioning marrow with healthy marrow from a donor. However, Caridad Martinez, during her fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital, encountered a significant hurdle: finding a matching…
Myelofibrosis (MF) is a rare and serious bone marrow disorder that disrupts the body’s normal production of blood cells. It can lead to severe symptoms, including fatigue, pain, and an enlarged spleen. For those living with this condition, finding effective treatment options is crucial. Among the available treatments, allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) stands out…
Umbilical cord blood banking is the process of collecting and storing the blood from the umbilical cord and placenta after the birth of a baby. This process does not affect the baby or the mother.
Cord blood is rich in stem cells that have been used to treat over 80 diseases, including leukemia, sickle cell anemia, and cerebral palsy.
Banking your baby’s cord blood gives your child access to his or her own renewable stem cells if they are ever needed for medical treatment in the future.
Some parents think of it as “a baby insurance policy” that they hope will never have to be used.
