Our cord blood stem cells have immense promise and use! It carries astonishing medical potential. This can be used to treat diseases and also be stored for many years. The stem cells contained in the placenta and umbilical cord blood cells help in medical treatment as well. From scientific research to genetic testing, the uses […]
Cordlife India
Get updated news related to stem cell banking, cord blood preservation and pregnancy.
Researchers Create New Organ From Stem Cells
A new record was achieved in the U.S in the year 2017, when approximately 35,000 organ transplants were performed through organ donations. However, the hard truth is, in spite of such large numbers of organ donations, demands far outstrips supply. Nearly 126,000 patients are on U.S. waiting lists for various organs, including more than 103,000 […]
Adult Stem Cell Research Far Ahead of Embryonic
Based on the research and clinical applications on the embryonic cells, it is measured that the adult stem cells are advancing in various ways. Though adult stem cells are considered as the red headed stepchild and embryonic stem cells are the media darling for ages, the press coverage has focused in various stages to showcase […]
Fetal Stem Cell Therapy Brings Hope for Spina Bifida Patients
Spina bifida is a debilitating condition that affects around 1,500 to 2,000 babies in the U.S. annually. There are about 90% of children who lose their life due to Spina bifida. It leads to lower-limb paralysis in the baby born and is considered a congenital birth defect. However, an experimental stem cell therapy with surgery […]
Headaches During Pregnancy – What Is Normal?
Pregnancy is one phase that every woman wants to experience even if they are intimidated by its consequences. They equally are excited to hold their baby after all the turbulence that they go through. Despite knowing that they have to confront many discomforts during this spell, they bear it with a hope that everything will […]
Should You Ever Comment On A Pregnant Woman’s Body?
Pregnancy marks a miraculous creation phase in a woman’s life! It is intense and transforms a woman both emotionally and physically. All through the first trimester to the third trimester, a pregnant woman undergoes hormonal changes and fluctuations which have an impact on her mental make-up, thought process, diet, taste palate as well as her […]
Nine Months in, Stem Cell Based Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury Continues to Improve Paralyzed Patient’s Life
Asterias Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company, which is dedicated to regenerative medicine. Recently they have launched a new medicine AST-OPC1 that offers embryonic stem cell based treatment for patients with spinal cord injuries. The medicine was under trail for a while and now it has been declared completely safe and highly effective for patients with […]
Chronic Diseases and Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a wonderful phase for any aspiring parent. Some experience a smooth journey during this time, while some may not. Chronic diseases have a great impact on pregnancy, which may turn these beautiful days into a nightmare. The context of pregnancy and chronic disease is, however, the most important factor for mother’s well-being as […]
Treating Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopahy with Umbilical Cord Blood Cells
Stem cell therapies have been applied to treat many serious diseases successfully. One of these diseases is hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy. Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopahy is mainly caused by oxygen deprivation, which leads to brain damage in children. This disease is often associated with several motor impairment and cognitive and developmental disruption during the development period of a child. […]
How to Translate Your Baby’s Tears
The special bond between a mother and a child needs no introduction as it has always mesmerized the human race from ages with its incredible elements. Especially when the child is a baby, without having learnt verbal communication or when the baby is a neonate without even signs and gestures; mothers still understand their babies’ […]