Is CyroViva A Good Cord Blood Bank?

Posted on Fri, 1 Dec 2017

Question: My wife is in her 9th month. Few o my friends suggested to go for stem cell banking. I see mixed options among doctors on this. Shall i go for it and who all will be benefited of it.

Which is the best cord blood bakl. My friend suggested CyroViva is this good?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Can go for stem cell banking

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand the concerns.
Cord stem banking is a controversial topic as the authenticity of the preserved cord cells and it's utility is still under surveillance.
Moreover, many companies have started cor cell banking, and the preservation temperature, storage technology and viability of the stem cells for a long duration is still under scrutiny.
Stem cells are needed when there is any blood related pathology like leukaemia, lymphoma, aplastic anemia, etc in the child or his siblings.
Recent science development have shown the advantage of stem cells in the neurological diseases, heart disease and diabetes.
Recent advances also show that the cord stem can also be helpful in first degree relatives like parents and grandparents.
Cryoviva, cryobank, lifecell are are good companies.
In my personal opinion, one can go for stem cell banking as it may, if needed, can help when needed.
Something is always better than nothing.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
Maternal and fetal medicine specialist

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