Cord Blood Developments

Discover the intricate link between pregnancy, hormonal shifts, and insulin sensitivity. Learn about the importance of glucose screening during pregnancy and how gestational diabetes can impact you and your baby. Explore prevention strategies and the potential of cord blood banking in diabetes treatment.
 

The placenta's diverse stem cell origins make it a subject of interest for post-birth benefits. Some private cord blood banks propose storing placental tissue, but is it a valuable choice? Our research delves into placental tissue, stem cells, and their future efficacy. Discover why Cryo-Cell prioritizes cord tissue preservation for a healthier future.

Preparing for the birth of your baby? Learn how to craft a personalized birth plan that reflects your unique birthing choices and guides your medical team during your delivery.

Having spent nearly two decades fighting a rare and incurable form of Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diane Paradise shares how a cord blood stem cell transplant was her last hope for survival. Now almost 10-years post-transplant, she continues to inspire those closest to her to private bank their newborn's cord blood. 

Chances are, you’ve stumbled upon some conflicting information while researching cord blood banking. Don’t worry we’ve got your back! We have debunked the top five cord blood banking myths in our latest blog to help you out. Our aim is to educate our customers and help you protect what matters most. 

According to the National Center for Health Statistics, nearly four million babies are born in the United States each year. It is reported that 98% of these children born are tested within the first few days of life for more than 30 types of medical conditions. Newborn genetic screening (NBS) is mandated by state, and therefore each state’s screening requirements are different. Along with the existence of newborn genetic testing has come ethical and legal concerns raised regarding the logistics and rationale for testing.

We feel it’s important for all parents-to-be to know their options regarding their babies’ umbilical cord stem cells and hear from other parents about their banking journeys. That’s why, in honor of Cord Blood Awareness Month, we have launched our weekly Instagram Live series to answer the questions expectant are asking! During our recent Cryo-Cell Chats series, we were able to sit down with Michael and Samantha Welch to discuss their reasons for storing their baby, Vanessa’s umbilical cord blood stem cells with us.

The accessibility, affordability, post-transplant care, quality of match and likelihood of grafting for each HCST source is carefully considered to determine the best transplant outcome for an individual patient. Given rising healthcare costs, it’s important for families to consider the financial impact of a transplant procedure. So, how does cord blood compare to other transplant sources in terms of cost? A study revealed lower long-term healthcare costs associated with umbilical cord blood transplants than bone marrow and peripheral blood.

Mesenchymal stromal cells found within umbilical cord tissue (UC-MSC) have distinctive characteristics that make them a desirable subject of study. These cells are readily available, lack exposure to environmental toxins (due to their naivety), and multiply at a higher capacity than MSCs from other sources. These cells’ combined abilities create an ideal scenario for yielding beneficial treatment effects in patients suffering from COVID‐19 induced acute respiratory distress (ARDS) and similar respiratory conditions.

National Pediatric Transplant Week is part of Donate Life America’s National Donate Life Month, which spreads awareness about organ, eye, and tissue donation. This year, April 18^th-24^th marks the week dedicated to championing the message of ending the pediatric transplant waiting list. In light of this week’s significance, we are taking a closer look at the status of transplants in the U.S. and how donating or preserving your baby’s umbilical stem cells has the potential to save a life.