Medicine has turned its gaze to the possibility that blood from the umbilical cord, rich in stem cells and capable of transforming into specialized cells for any organ or tissue in the body, is viable to cure diseases.
CAN ANY ILLNESS HEAL?
The only clinical application it has is cell transplantation for the treatment of leukemia.
CAN YOU DONATE?
It is essential to check if the sample is viable. They will perform a medical history and blood tests, they will also do a clinical examination of the baby at the time of birth and, depending on the results, they will tell you if they are candidates for donating cord blood.
DONATION OPTIONS
Public bank
It is the most recommended alternative today. The sample is donated and the possibility is given that said blood will be useful to anyone in case of need.
Donation directed
It is reserved for cases in which there is a medical indication, established by a specialist, to save the cord for any family member with a certain condition.
Private bank
It is stored in case your child ever requires these stem cells. You must inform yourself about the complete process, the conditions and the time in which it must be carried out.