- They contain cells that can be used for treatment in both childhood and adulthood
- Your own blood-forming cells can save your life if you develop serious diseases such as lymphoma, leukaemia, or malignant brain tumours
- They also hold great potential for immunomodulatory therapy – cell therapies and regenerative medicine
- Cells are preserved at birth, a time when they are not affected by any acquired diseases, treatment, or ageing
- The fact that they are stored in multiple bags and tubes means that they can be used repeatedly
- They may be used for siblings, assuming they are a match
- Available immediately if required
- Collectively, they form the broadest range of cells that can be obtained at birth, thus expanding their use in treatment
- They can only be harvested once in a lifetime – at birth
- A gift to a child for a lifetime
Cord blood has saved the lives of many paediatric patients – read about the real stories of umbilical cord blood treatment here.
By collecting umbilical cord blood, umbilical cord tissue and placental tissue, you obtain unique sources for your baby, which can be used for treatment throughout their whole life.
What are perinatal tissue and cells?
Perinatal tissue is tissue that may be collected during the delivery of a baby or immediately afterwards. It includes cord blood, placental and umbilical cord tissue. This tissue contains perinatal stem cells with unique characteristics and big therapeutic potential in the treatment of many diseases. More information on cord blood, umbilical cord tissue and placental tissue.
