If you’re expecting a baby or planning for the future, you may have heard the term “stem cell banking”, but what is it? In simple terms, stem cell banking is the process of collecting and storing stem cells, from a newborn’s umbilical cord and/or cord blood, for potential future medical use.
Why Newborn Stem Cells Matter?
Newborn stem cells are the youngest and most potent your child will ever have. They haven’t been affected by age, illness, or environmental toxins—and banking them now preserves their full biological potential for life.
What Is Stem Cell Banking?
Newborn Stem cell banking involves collecting and storing the stem cells found in a baby’s umbilical cord blood and/or cord tissue at birth. The collection is performed by your healthcare provider after the cord is clamped and cut, making the process completely safe, painless, and non-invasive for both mother and baby.
Once collected, VitalCells culture-expands the mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) from both cord blood and tissue. This means the cells are grown in a controlled environment to ensure a high yield of viable, live stem cells. These MSCs are then cryopreserved, guaranteeing they remain ready for use in regenerative therapies throughout your child’s life.
At VitalCells, we take pride in being the only stem cell bank with the technology to culture-expand MSCs. Why? Because it is a critical step required for clinical use. Learn why live cell counts matters here.
Why Do Families Choose It?
Families choose to bank stem cells to secure a proactive health advantage for their child. Clinical trials and studies are using mesenchymal stem cell therapy for:
- Autoimmune diseases
- Neurological disorders
- Sports related/orthopedic injuries
- Organ and tissue repair
How Does Stem Cell Banking Work?
The VitalCells process is simple:
- Sign up for a free consultation
- Receive your kit before your due date.
- Bring it to the hospital when you deliver.
- Your provider collects the cord tissue after birth (and any cord blood available – delayed cord clamping does not prohibit stem cell banking with VitalCells).
- A medical courier transports the sample to the VitalCells lab.
- Relax knowing your baby’s most powerful cells are safely stored and ready for use.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “what is stem cell banking?” Now you know, it’s a simple, proactive way to invest in a lifetime of health for your child. Exploring different stem cell banking options can help you find the best fit for your family.
With VitalCells advanced stem cell extraction and storage techniques, you can ensure your baby’s cells are preserved and ready for use with the highest quality.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be interpreted as medical advice, factual guidance and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
