Stem Cell Preservation

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What is Stem Cell Preservation?

Stem cell preservation is the process of collecting and storing stem cells from the umbilical cord blood and cord tissue of a newborn baby immediately after birth. These stem cells have the unique ability to develop into different types of cells and may play an important role in the treatment of various medical conditions in the future.

Cord blood stem cells are collected safely after delivery without causing any pain or harm to the mother or baby.

At our hospital, stem cell preservation facilities are available in collaboration with specialized stem cell banking services, allowing parents to conveniently plan this process before delivery.

What are Stem Cells?

Stem cells are special cells in the body that can :

Self-renew and multiply
Develop into different cell types
Help repair and regenerate damaged tissues

Umbilical cord blood is a rich source of hematopoietic stem cells, while cord tissue contains mesenchymal stem cells with regenerative potential.

Why is Stem Cell Preservation Important?

Stem cell preservation offers a potential biological resource for future medical use. Preserved stem cells may be used in the treatment of certain :

Blood disorders
Immune system disorders
Bone marrow diseases
Genetic conditions
Certain cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma

Research is also ongoing in regenerative medicine for conditions affecting the heart, nerves, joints, and other organs.

How is Cord Blood Collected?

The collection process is simple, safe, and performed immediately after childbirth.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Delivery of the Baby
After the baby is delivered and the umbilical cord is clamped and cut, cord blood collection is performed.
2. Collection of Cord Blood
Blood remaining in the umbilical cord and placenta is collected into a sterile collection bag.
3. Cord Tissue Collection
In some cases, a small segment of umbilical cord tissue is also preserved.
4. Transportation and Storage
The collected sample is transported under controlled conditions to a specialized stem cell laboratory for processing and cryopreservation.

Advantages of Stem Cell Preservation

Completely safe and painless procedure
Non-invasive for both mother and baby
Provides a potential future medical resource
Readily available if needed in future treatments
May benefit siblings or family members in selected situations
Eliminates the need for donor search in some conditions

Types of Stem Cell Banking

Private Banking

Stem cells are stored exclusively for the child and family’s future use.

Public Banking

Stem cells are donated anonymously for public use and research purposes.

The choice depends on individual preferences, medical history, and availability of facilities.

Safety and Storage

Stem cells are preserved using advanced cryopreservation techniques at extremely low temperatures to maintain long-term viability and quality.

Specialized stem cell banks follow strict protocols for:

Infection screening
Sample processing
Temperature monitoring
Quality assurance
Secure long-term storage

Planning Ahead for Your Baby’s Future

Stem cell preservation is a personal decision that offers families an opportunity to preserve potentially va

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This can seem very confusing and difficult, but remember, you can come and talk to us anytime. At JFMCH, our priority is to make you feel heard and to provide you with the best treatment options. Remember, once a queen, always a queen.