Risks vs. Benefits

Adult stem cells are undifferentiated cells, found in many tissues of our body after embryonic development, including bone marrow and umbilical cord blood. These non-controversial stem cells have the capability of indefinite self renewal and regenerate or repair damaged tissues.

 

 

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RISKS of Cord Blood Collection

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • A safe and simple collection procedure.  No risk to either mother or baby.
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BENEFITS of Cord Blood Collection 

 

 

  • The only adult stem cell source that is collected with a non-invasive procedure.
     
  • A clinically acceptable alternative adult stem cell source to bone marrow and peripheral blood.
     
  • The option to immediately have a potential source of adult stem cells for current clinical treatment (transplantation), clinical trials (Type I Diabetes and Cerebral Palsy) and pre-clinical laboratory research studies.
     
  • Umbilical cord blood contains immature adult stem cells that demonstrate long telomeres (Learn More).