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Cord blood

Blood from the umbilical cord contains stem cells that can be used for blood and other genetic disorders.

Dr. Jeff Livingstonreviewed this

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

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Why do we need to store cord blood?

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How could my child use his cord blood?

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A 37-year-old member asked:

Is cord blood good for other children?

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A 40-year-old member asked:

How long can cord blood be stored for?

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A 46-year-old member asked:

Where and how does one donate cord blood?

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How far back can baby cord blood be tested?

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A 48-year-old member asked:

I have to pay to donate cord blood? What do I do?

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A female asked:

Can I sell my child's cord blood to someone needs it.

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Need to know how far back they test cord blood for drugs?

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Can I use my baby's cord blood save a friend? How do I find out if they match?

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