Cord Blood Banking Clearinghouse

A comprehensive source of information regarding cord blood, cord blood banks and banking, cord blood donation and storage, cord blood registry, potential and real medical benefits of banking, and all other issues related to umbilical cord blood. Fair and regularly updated, Cord Blood Banking Clearinghouse should be one's first stop for cord blood research.

Monday, July 10, 2006

Information on Choosing a Cord Blood Bank

This reprinted article provides some guidance in choosing a cord blood bank.

Note that the article presupposes the desirability of cord blood banking and does not address arguments against the practice. Although not a comprehensive look at cord blood harvesting and storage, it is interesting.

Excerpt:

"Once you have made the decision to invest in your family’s future by banking your baby’s umbilical cord blood, begin the search for the right cord blood bank. There are numerous cord blood banks all over the country that serve as storage facilities for this crucial item, so make your decision carefully. Many parents find this search daunting, simply due to the sheer number of facilities available."
 
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