How to select a good cord blood bank
With the ever increasing advancement in cord blood storage, expectant parents are advised to store the stem cells of the umbilical cord of their unborn child. There are several alternatives out there that one can select. In case you are overwhelmed with the numerous number of cord blood banks then below are a few pointers to help you select the best.
Reputation
The first and most important thing that you need to look at is the reputation of the service provider. Make it a habit to research on the credibility of different service providers. You should check to ensure that they have the kind of incidences that have occurred with the cord blood transplants. Check the success rate and make sure that it is satisfactory. You should also enquire about the methods the company uses to store the cord blood.
Cost
The cost of cord blood banking varies depending on the type of service that you select. There are two alternatives when it comes to cord blood banking. One has the option of going for a private cord blood banking or public bank. As for a public bank the services are offered free of charge. The ownership of the cord blood will be made public hence any individual has the right to the cord blood when in need. As for private banks one is required to pay for storage of the cord blood. The individual maintains ownership of the cord blood.
The advantage of private banking over public banking is the fact that getting a match with a private bank is not a big deal. This is because you get the same stem cells that you preserved hence the same genetic makeup. As for public banks getting the same stem cells that you preserved is not easy due to the high demand.
