In Medical Terminology Cord blood is defined as the Placental Blood. It is the waste blood that remains in the umbilical cord of the baby after it has been cut and detached from the infant. This blood is a rich source of stem cells. These valuable cells are genetically unique to your baby and family and can be collected in minutes after your baby’s birth. Preserving your newborn’s stem cells is called cord blood banking and allows you to have your baby’s cord blood saved for potential medical

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