Umbilical cord blood is the blood that remains in your baby's umbilical cord and placenta after birth. It’s rich in stem cells, which can be cryopreserved for future medical therapies, including stem cell transplants.
Umbilical cord blood is the blood that remains in your baby's umbilical cord and placenta after birth. It’s rich in stem cells, which can be cryopreserved for future medical therapies, including stem cell transplants.
Stem cells are the body's building blocks. The umbilical cord is one of the richest sources of these valuable cells, acting like a “bio repair kit” ––healing, rebuilding, and regenerating other cells. They can be used to treat various conditions, including leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood-related disorders.
Stem cells are the body's building blocks. The umbilical cord is one of the richest sources of these valuable cells, acting like a “bio repair kit” ––healing, rebuilding, and regenerating other cells. They can be used to treat various conditions, including leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood-related disorders.
Cord blood is an incredible source of hematopoietic (blood-forming) stem cells. The FDA has approved these cells to treat over 80 disorders, including immune and genetic conditions, as well as certain cancers. For some diseases, stem cells are the primary treatment; for others, they might be an option when other treatments haven’t worked or are part of experimental therapies.
Cord blood is an incredible source of hematopoietic (blood-forming) stem cells. The FDA has approved these cells to treat over 80 disorders, including immune and genetic conditions, as well as certain cancers. For some diseases, stem cells are the primary treatment; for others, they might be an option when other treatments haven’t worked or are part of experimental therapies.
If not collected, the cord blood is typically discarded as medical waste.
If not collected, the cord blood is typically discarded as medical waste.
The first umbilical cord blood transplant took place in France in 1988 on a patient with Fanconi’s anaemia wherein the donor was the patient’s...
The first umbilical cord blood transplant took place in France in 1988 on a patient with Fanconi’s anaemia wherein the donor was the patient’s sibling, and this patient is alive still today. Today, cord blood has been used in more than 60,000 successful transplants globally and is used to treat over 80 different conditions and diseases. Cord blood derived stem cells typically require lower match parameters and are also more acceptable than those from bone marrow, hence they are easier to find and carry higher probability of successful transplants.
The preserved cord blood and tissue stem cells are a perfect match for the donor and carry a 25% likelihood of being a match for siblings. Cord blood stem cells...
The preserved cord blood and tissue stem cells are a perfect match for the donor and carry a 25% likelihood of being a match for siblings. Cord blood stem cells offer higher match rates via Human Leukocyte Antigens (HLA) typing, hence greater the chance that the patient’s body will accept the donor’s stem cells. In addition, there is a 10% lower risk of Graft-versus-host-disease, a significant complication in stem cell transplants, than those who had transplants from unrelated donors, like bone marrow transplants.
Yes, because each baby's cord blood is an exact genetic match for that child and offers the very best chance of survival, should they need a stem cell transplant in the future. Also, if a doctor recommends a donor cord blood tr...
Yes, because each baby's cord blood is an exact genetic match for that child and offers the very best chance of survival, should they need a stem cell transplant in the future. Also, if a doctor recommends a donor cord blood transplant, siblings are the preferred source. It is recommended to consider this once-in-your-child’s-lifetime opportunity, as the donor’s stem cells could potentially be useful to other family members who may need them, including siblings, parents and grandparents.
Though the decision to bank your baby's cord blood can be made any time before the birth of your baby, proactive planning has many advantages. We recommend early enrollment to ensure that your family has plenty of time to receive your Abu Dhabi Biobank collection kit and review the information provided within. Families who enroll early avoid the risk of missing their only opportunity to bank their baby's cord blood.
Though the decision to bank your baby's cord blood can be made any time before the birth of your baby, proactive planning has many advantages. We recommend early enrollment to ensure that your family has plenty of time to receive your Abu Dhabi Biobank collection kit and review the information provided within. Families who enroll early avoid the risk of missing their only opportunity to bank their baby's cord blood.
We are dedicated to making cord blood and tissue banking accessible to everyone and have a suite of options for you to choose from. We simplify the pricing structure by combining processing and testing fees to encompass all upfront expenses and have easy payment plans, full refunds and other rewards to celebrate the arrival of your precious little one. The pricing provided is for a single child and there are no hidden fees.
We are dedicated to making cord blood and tissue banking accessible to everyone and have a suite of options for you to choose from. We simplify the pricing structure by combining processing and testing fees to encompass all upfront expenses and have easy payment plans, full refunds and other rewards to celebrate the arrival of your precious little one. The pricing provided is for a single child and there are no hidden fees.
We are making cord blood banking affordable and more relevant through our competitive packages, thoughtfully relevant rewards, full family coverage with screenings and option to pay in easy monthly payments as per your preferre...
We are making cord blood banking affordable and more relevant through our competitive packages, thoughtfully relevant rewards, full family coverage with screenings and option to pay in easy monthly payments as per your preferred bank's policies. We are partnering with major banks and payment providers, so that Abu Dhabi Biobank clients holding cards from participating banks will have the option to convert their purchases to monthly installments directly with the card issuing bank. Repayment tenures of up to 12 months will be at no additional cost to the client.
Abu Dhabi Biobank will inform you in case the sample is found to be unsuitable for future use and therefore banking it may not be particularly helpful. As our valuable client, you have the right to terminate the agreement at any time, and the applicable refund scenario detailed in the contract will be followed. Please refer to the refund schedule in the agreement for more information.
Abu Dhabi Biobank will inform you in case the sample is found to be unsuitable for future use and therefore banking it may not be particularly helpful. As our valuable client, you have the right to terminate the agreement at any time, and the applicable refund scenario detailed in the contract will be followed. Please refer to the refund schedule in the agreement for more information.
You will not be required to pay cord blood (and tissue if applicable) collection fee to the hospital, if delivering at a partner hospital. As a DoH licensed facility, we service all leading maternity hospitals in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Talk to our experts or check our website to learn more about our partner hospitals.
You will not be required to pay cord blood (and tissue if applicable) collection fee to the hospital, if delivering at a partner hospital. As a DoH licensed facility, we service all leading maternity hospitals in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Talk to our experts or check our website to learn more about our partner hospitals.
The first umbilical cord blood transplant took place in France in 1988 on a patient with Fanconi’s anaemia wherein the donor was the patient’s...
The first umbilical cord blood transplant took place in France in 1988 on a patient with Fanconi’s anaemia wherein the donor was the patient’s sibling, and this patient is alive still today. Today, cord blood has been used in more than 60,000 successful transplants globally and is used to treat over 80 different conditions and diseases. Cord blood derived stem cells typically require lower match parameters and are also more acceptable than those from bone marrow, hence they are easier to find and carry higher probability of successful transplants.
The process is safe, painless, and non-invasive for both the mother and the newborn. Cord blood is collected after the baby is born and does not interfere with labour, delivery, or postpartum care.
The process is safe, painless, and non-invasive for both the mother and the newborn. Cord blood is collected after the baby is born and does not interfere with labour, delivery, or postpartum care.
After the baby is delivered, a healthcare professional will collect the cord blood in a swift 10-minute process using a sterile needle attached to a bag.
After the baby is delivered, a healthcare professional will collect the cord blood in a swift 10-minute process using a sterile needle attached to a bag.
Cord blood can be securely stored for up to 30 years.
Cord blood can be securely stored for up to 30 years.
To donate, simply reach out to the hospital’s donor team, or contact the Abu Dhabi Biobank directly at 800 213. Our medical advisors will guide you through the process and registration.
To donate, simply reach out to the hospital’s donor team, or contact the Abu Dhabi Biobank directly at 800 213. Our medical advisors will guide you through the process and registration.
Once collected, the cord blood is tested, processed, and cryopreserved at our state-of-the-art facility in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi. We are licensed by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and are the region’s largest hybrid cord blood bank.
Once collected, the cord blood is tested, processed, and cryopreserved at our state-of-the-art facility in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi. We are licensed by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and are the region’s largest hybrid cord blood bank.
The likelihood is estimated at 1 in 20,000 to 1 in 250,000.
The likelihood is estimated at 1 in 20,000 to 1 in 250,000.
Yes, cord blood donation is considered ethical and approved by Sharia law.
Yes, cord blood donation is considered ethical and approved by Sharia law.
The collected cord blood undergoes testing to ensure its safety and viability for potential use. Tests include checks for sterility, cell counts, and maternal infections like HIV and malaria.
The collected cord blood undergoes testing to ensure its safety and viability for potential use. Tests include checks for sterility, cell counts, and maternal infections like HIV and malaria.
Yes, you can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us. We’ll guide you through the process and ensure the cord blood is discarded in accordance with our protocols, sending you a confirmation once it's complete.
Yes, you can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us. We’ll guide you through the process and ensure the cord blood is discarded in accordance with our protocols, sending you a confirmation once it's complete.
Your health information is handled and stored securely in compliance with UAE laws, ensuring your privacy is protected.
Your health information is handled and stored securely in compliance with UAE laws, ensuring your privacy is protected.