Common Misconceptions About Cord Blood Banking
There can be some confusion surrounding cord blood banking. We explain the truth behind some common misconceptions about cord blood banking here.
Theo Clapp
How Much Cord Blood Banking Costs
If you are considering cord blood banking for the future health of your children, it’s ideal to know what kind of costs to expect before you make your decision.
Health Insurance, Taxes, and Cord Blood Banking
Health insurance, taxes, and cord blood banking: can you count on financial breaks to help you store the stem cells from your child’s umbilical cord?
The Most Common Uses of Cord Blood
The most common uses of cord blood are to treat conditions like leukemia, anemias, and sickle cell disease—but even more applications are in clinical trials.
Understanding How Cord Blood Is Collected
Want to understand how cord blood is collected? It begins with a plan and ends with peace of mind as you start life with your brand-new baby.
Things To Know For Expectant Fathers
While the mother-to-be gets all the attention, Dad needs to get up to speed behind the scenes. These are just a few things to know for expectant fathers.
What the Maternal Blood Draw Is and When To Do it
Before collecting your baby’s umbilical stem cells, your doctor takes a sample of your blood. Learn about what the maternal blood draw is and when to do it.
The Difference Between Umbilical Cord Blood and Tissue
What’s the difference between umbilical cord blood and tissue? They produce different kinds of stem cells, but they both have enormous benefits for your child.
How Stem Cells Are Harvested From Cord Blood
If you’ll be banking your baby’s cord blood, learn how stem cells are harvested using Sepax 2 technology. This first automated process is the gold standard.
What To Know About Stem Cell Treatments
Why do parents cryogenically store their kids’ umbilical cord blood? Here’s what to know about stem cell treatments and how they can affect your family.