In order to understand how stem cells are useful to us, we first need to understand what stem cells are. Stem Cells start in the embryo as immature biological cells, then become specialized to create bone, muscle, skin, the heart, the brain, and over 250 other types of specialized cells. This is why they are […]
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The Benefits Of Cells From Umbilical Cord Tissue
Over the years scientific development in neonatal medical care has been revolutionary. One of the best advances in this domain has been in the form of cord blood and umbilical cord tissue banking. Between the baby and the mother, the umbilical cord acts as the lifeline as it comprises of many blood vessels, through which […]
Treating Leukaemia with Cord Blood
As leukaemia strikes patients in India, doctors are considering cord blood transplants as a viable option to save patients. Leukaemia is a disease in which the normal process of blood cell production changes. The bone marrow (the soft tissue inside bones) is a site where blood cells are made; all blood cells begin as stem […]
Bone Marrow or Cord Blood Transplant?
Should you opt for a bone marrow transplant or put your faith in cord blood? We shed light on the debate. The world over, doctors are seeing a rise in the cases of bone marrow cancer[1] (also known as multiple myeloma). Bone marrow cancers occur when the white blood cells in the marrow become cancerous […]
Cord Blood Banking: A Need Today
Bank Cord Blood to Fight for Life
Stem cells are those cells that can regenerate and get divided into three different categories of cells, namely the red blood cells, white blood cells and even platelets at times. These cells are available in different parts of the body the most common being the spinal column. But the procedure done to extract these cells […]
When Your Second Child Can Save Your First
Stem cells are a precious resource for your child. They are the most vital foundation of the body’s immune and blood systems. Significantly, they can regenerate into other cells to become a DNA match – this is important for the times when your child’s body needs to fight back and heal itself during a serious […]
What Parents Should Know About Cord Blood Banking
According to a story published in the Houston Chronicle, on August 30, 2014, Steven Gonzalez Jr can finally lead a normal life at the age of 20, after he was diagnosed of acute myeloid leukemia at the age of 12. His doctors only gave him a 2% chance of survival. After exhausting all possible treatments, […]
Can Stem Cells Treat Pediatric Brain Injury?
In 2013, the National Center for Biotechnology Information published statistics of birth deficiencies around the world. It was said that according to the Global Report on Birth Defects presented by March of Dimes in joint collaboration with the World Health Organization, nearly 7.9 million births have been recorded with severe birth defects all over the […]
Tips for Celebrating Holi During Pregnancy
Pregnancy and holi have one thing in common – they both mark new beginnings. However, you might be wondering if it is safe to play holi and enjoy the festivities while you are expecting. You do not necessarily have to stay away from the celebrations. Nevertheless, let us first understand a few facts… During pregnancy, […]