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Learn more about Cord Blood Stem Cells

Creator: Dr. Reeja Tharu
Keywords: Cord blood, valuable info, stem cells, building blocks, immune system, tissues, organs, blood vessels, treatment, leukemia

Written by - Dr. Reeja Tharu, M.Phil.,Ph.D

Medically Reviewed by - The Medindia Medical Review Team

Last Updated on Apr 19, 2013

Why is cord blood so valuable?

Cord blood is a rich source of stem cells

Stem cells are the building blocks of the blood and immune system.
Stem cells can differentiate into other tissues, organs, and blood vessels.
For leukemia treatment, stem cell transplants help to restore produce new blood and immune system.

Published on Feb 06, 2013
Last Updated on Apr 19, 2013

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drzafrullah - Feb 02, 2010

Can private doctors start stem celll cord blood bank ? If yes, how and what are the rules and regulations?

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corey - Dec 09, 2008

I think that you could not live without stem cells. if you loose some cells your stem cells can replace them so that you don't die.