What is Stem Cell Banking? | Cells4Life

In a nutshell, when babies are born, the blood in the umbilical cord is rich in stem cells. These are unique cells that, given the right chemical or genetic signals can go on to form more specialised cells of different shapes, sizes and functions.

After a few more cycles of division, they can become even more specialised, with properties that scientists can use to treat the root cause health issues. Heart disease, for example. Spinal cord injuries. Dementia. Even cancer. Far too many to list here.

Babies have lots of stem cells, as you can imagine. As building blocks, theyre essential for natural body growth and repair.

When we age, we lose these cells. Or rather, we have fewer of them in relation to the other cells in our bodies.

Therefore, it makes sense to store them when they are at their most plentiful. Which is: soon after birth. If you think about it, your babys cord blood could even save his or her life (or their siblings lives), in future years.

Hence, stem cell banking

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What is Stem Cell Banking? | Cells4Life