What Are Stem Cells?
Stem cells are the body’s “master” cells because they create all other tissues, organs and systems in the body.
The stem cells found in cord blood are the building blocks of your blood and immune system and most readily reproduce into:
Red Blood Cells - which carry oxygen to all the cells in the body.
White Blood Cells – which fight infection.
Platelets – which aid in clotting in the event of injury.
The ability of cord blood stem cells to differentiate, or change into other types of cells in the body is a new discovery that holds significant promise for many individuals.
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Where are my stem cells found?
Stem cells are found in:
- Cord blood
- Peripheral Blood
- Bone Marrow
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