Köldökzsinórvér
Köldökzsinórvér, also known as umbilical cord blood, is blood collected from the umbilical cord and placenta after a baby is born. This blood is rich in hematopoietic stem cells, which are capable of differentiating into various types of blood and immune cells. Historically, umbilical cord blood was considered medical waste. However, its potential as a source of stem cells for treating a range of diseases has led to its preservation through cord blood banking.
The collection of köldökzsinórvér is a simple and non-invasive procedure performed immediately after the birth of
Köldökzsinórvér stem cells are currently used to treat several serious medical conditions, including certain types of
There are two main options for storing köldökzsinórvér. Private banking involves storing the cord blood for