Cord blood banking offers numerous benefits, including potential treatments for over 80 diseases and research into regenerative medicine, with the future holding promising advancements in stem cell therapy. It provides families with a readily available source of stem cells for potential use, particularly for those with a family history of genetic disorders or who may need a transplant. However, private cord blood banking comes with costs, while public banking is generally free.

Cord Blood Banking

A cord blood centre's primary aim is to collect, process, store, and manage umbilical cord blood for potential use in stem cell transplantation or other regenerative medicine applications.