There are several advantages to cord blood banking. It has been proven to be a better alternative than regular bone marrow transplants. This is true especially in children. Sometimes finding a match with a bone marrow donor is impossible. Although it has been around for a while most people believe it is a new idea. Research in this area is rapidly advancing and researchers soon hope to be able to use the cord for several other alternatives as well.
This type of storage was developed in the 1990s. The first documented use of these cells was in the late 1980s to a young boy. His transplant was successful and opened up the doors for more research to begin.
This type of storage was developed in the 1990s. The first documented use of these cells was in the late 1980s to a young boy. His transplant was successful and opened up the doors for more research to begin.
The process of collecting this is fairly simple. The expecting mother should contact the bank we she wants the blood to be stored before her thirty fourth week of pregnancy. When looking for a cord bank there are two options to choose from. The first is a public bank; there is a list of public banks available on The National Marrow Donor Program website. The second is a private bank. Both are similar but the cost and privacy rules tend to be the deciding factors for most.
Both types of storage facilities are similar. They differ when it comes to price and privacy though. The Federal Drug Administration regulates all of these types of banks. If choosing a public bank there is no fee and once donated the donation cannot be returned to its original family. On the other hand with a private bank you will pay a very costly fee and they allow you to use the donation in case future use is required. They also have your identity with the donation.
The cord blood contains stem cells. These cells can make red and white blood cells and platelets. It is collected after the umbilical cord is cut. If wanting additional stem cells they can be collected from the placenta. This is known as placenta cord banking. Before being stored it is tested for a number of things. Some of the diseases include the testing for HIV and both hepatitis B and C. Other testing is for the cell count, fungus or a bacterial growth, cell viability and tissue typing.
These transplants are used to help cure and treat genetic diseases and cancer. They also focus on immune deficiencies and blood diseases. People sometimes are unable to use their own but their siblings or parents have a higher compatibility rate. It just varies from person to person. By using your own families stored blood there seems to be less complications and more improved medical trea
Both types of storage facilities are similar. They differ when it comes to price and privacy though. The Federal Drug Administration regulates all of these types of banks. If choosing a public bank there is no fee and once donated the donation cannot be returned to its original family. On the other hand with a private bank you will pay a very costly fee and they allow you to use the donation in case future use is required. They also have your identity with the donation.
The cord blood contains stem cells. These cells can make red and white blood cells and platelets. It is collected after the umbilical cord is cut. If wanting additional stem cells they can be collected from the placenta. This is known as placenta cord banking. Before being stored it is tested for a number of things. Some of the diseases include the testing for HIV and both hepatitis B and C. Other testing is for the cell count, fungus or a bacterial growth, cell viability and tissue typing.
These transplants are used to help cure and treat genetic diseases and cancer. They also focus on immune deficiencies and blood diseases. People sometimes are unable to use their own but their siblings or parents have a higher compatibility rate. It just varies from person to person. By using your own families stored blood there seems to be less complications and more improved medical trea
The cord blood contains stem cells. These cells can make red and white blood cells and platelets. It is collected after the umbilical cord is cut. If wanting additional stem cells they can be collected from the placenta. This is known as placenta cord banking. Before being stored it is tested for a number of things. Some of the diseases include the testing for HIV and both hepatitis B and C. Other testing is for the cell count, fungus or a bacterial growth, cell viability and tissue typing.
These transplants are used to help cure and treat genetic diseases and cancer. They also focus on immune deficiencies and blood diseases. People sometimes are unable to use their own but their siblings or parents have a higher compatibility rate. It just varies from person to person. By using your own families stored blood there seems to be less complications and more improved medical treatment with fewer complications.
Many researchers have differing opinions on how this should be stored. Some feel it is better to separate and remove the red cells before freezing and other like the idea of keeping them all together. No one is sure of an optimal procedure. The biggest concern though, is the longevity of the cryogenically frozen substance.
Research ahas come a long way in this field of study. There are new developments all the time. The discoveries so far are very positive. When having a child you may want to choose to donate to this great cause, as you may need it someday or someone you love may be in need of this transplant. In the end someone will benefit from your donation.
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These transplants are used to help cure and treat genetic diseases and cancer. They also focus on immune deficiencies and blood diseases. People sometimes are unable to use their own but their siblings or parents have a higher compatibility rate. It just varies from person to person. By using your own families stored blood there seems to be less complications and more improved medical treatment with fewer complications.
Many researchers have differing opinions on how this should be stored. Some feel it is better to separate and remove the red cells before freezing and other like the idea of keeping them all together. No one is sure of an optimal procedure. The biggest concern though, is the longevity of the cryogenically frozen substance.
Research ahas come a long way in this field of study. There are new developments all the time. The discoveries so far are very positive. When having a child you may want to choose to donate to this great cause, as you may need it someday or someone you love may be in need of this transplant. In the end someone will benefit from your donation.
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Located at Toronto General Hospital, we are a Cord blood clinic experienced in Cord blood banking Canada and cord blood banking.