Cord blood contains blood-forming stem cells used to treat blood and immune disorders. Parents can privately bank, donate publicly, or decline - each choice has trade-offs in cost, availability, and likely medical benefit.
Cord blood contains blood-forming stem cells used in transplants for certain cancers and inherited disorders. Expecting parents can choose private banking for family-exclusive access or public donation to help other patients. Plan ahead and check bank accreditation and contract terms.
Cord blood contains blood-forming stem cells used in transplants. Decide between public donation (free) and private storage (fee). Arrange banking before delivery and check bank policies on delayed cord clamping, costs, and accreditation.
Umbilical cord blood contains blood-forming stem cells collected safely after birth. It can treat blood and immune disorders today; other uses remain experimental. Parents can donate publicly or store privately - each choice has trade-offs.