Hey there, how many months along are you?
Have you registered for stem cell banking yet?
Well, if you’re expecting a baby, you might have come across questions and opinions about stem cell banking from friends and family. While some view it as just a trend, others consider it essential for the baby’s future health due to its advanced therapeutic potential. But, what’s the truth? Is stem cell banking truly important?
The reality is preserving your baby’s umbilical cord blood can protect your baby and family against 80+ serious medical conditions. And services like LifeCell’s Community Stem Cell Banking Program make this option even more accessible and practical for families.
In this article, we will dispel common misconceptions regarding stem cell banking and provide research-based facts to help you make a wise choice.
Let’s begin!
#Myth 1: Stem Cell Banking is Illegal
Fact: This is not true. Stem cell banking, particularly with umbilical cord blood, is completely legal. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) standards allow for umbilical cord blood storage but restrict banking of other biological components. 6
#Myth 2: Stem Cell Therapy is Unsafe
Fact: While ALL transplants carry some risk, umbilical cord blood stem cells are typically considered safer. That’s because these cells are less developed and more adaptable, reducing the likelihood of rejection and graft-versus-host disease. Also, cord blood transplants only need a partial match of 6/8 or 7/8 HLA (tissue) match. Whereas, bone marrow transplants need a 10/10 HLA match. 7 8
#Myth 3: Adult Stem Cells Are Better Than Cord Blood Stem Cells
Fact: Stem cell banking, especially with cord blood, offers several advantages over adult stem cells, such as the following: 9 10
- Easy and painless collection
- Can be cryopreserved for future use
- Increased probability of finding a match
- Reduced chances of immunological rejection in patients
#Myth 4: Collecting Cord Blood Is A Painful Process For The Baby
Fact: Not at all! In fact, cord blood collection is a rather safe and painless process! Cord blood is collected after the umbilical cord is clamped and cut, ensuring that there’s no pain involved during the procedure. 11
#Myth 5: Umbilical Cord Is A Medical Waste
Fact: Umbilical cord blood is rich in valuable stem cells, which can be used to treat 80+ medical conditions, including blood disorders, genetic disorders, and immune deficiencies. 11 12
Conclusion
After reading this, we believe that now you have a much better understanding of umbilical cord stem cell banking. With the facts in hand, it’s time to make a power move that can secure your baby’s and family’s future health.
So, if you’re expecting a baby soon, consider enrolling for LifeCell’s stem cell banking service without any second thoughts. Trusted by 4.5+ lakh parents, LifeCell’s community stem cell banking program offers:
- Stem cell protection for your baby & entire family
- Access to 75,000+ cord blood units
- >97% chance of finding a match
And a lot more!
So why wait?
To enrol, visit www.lifecell.in or call them at 1800-266-5533.
