What are cord blood testing and cord blood banking ?
Umbilical cord blood is blood left in the umbilical cord cord after the baby is born. The umbilical cord cord It is a rope-like structure that connects the mother and the fetus during pregnancy. It has blood vessels that excite the baby and clean out waste products. Then, at the time of the baby’s birth, the cord cut away by the remaining little lobes. This lobe heals and forms the baby’s navel.
Cord blood testing
Once the umbilical cord There are cut and medical suppliers have the option of blood samples the cord for testing . These tests All kinds of medicines can measure and detect infections and other disorders.
Cord blood banking
Some people want to bank (Storage and custody) blood from the umbilical cord. cord Future use in case of healing diseases. Umbilical cord cord Is full of special cells called stem cells. Unlike other cells, stem cells have the ability to grow into many different cell types. These include bone marrow, blood cells, and brain cells. Stem Cells in cord Blood stem cells can be used to cure certain blood diseases such as leukemia, Hodgkin’s disease, and certain types of anemia. Scientists will investigate whether stem cells can also cure other types of diseases.
What is cord blood testing used for?
Cord blood testing may be used to:
- Measure blood gases. This allows scientists to see if the baby’s blood contains a healthy amount of air or other medications.
- Measure bilirubin levels. Bilirubin is a waste product made by the liver. Increased bilirubin levels can be a symptom of liver disease.
- Run a blood culture. This test can be done if the caregiver believes the baby is infected.
- Different parts of the blood are measured with an absolute blood count. This is done more frequently in premature infants.
- Check to see if the baby shows symptoms of illegal or incorrect medications used by the mother during pregnancy. Navel Code. cord Blood can show symptoms of any type of medical drug, including opiates heroin, fentanyl, etc. cocaine; marijuana; and tranquilizers. If any of these drugs are found. in cord these drugs in the blood, your doctor can take steps to heal your baby and prevent complications such as developmental delays.
What is cord blood banking used for?
You may consider banking your baby’s cord blood if you:
- There are family situations of blood diseases or certain forms of cancer. The baby’s stem cells will be a narrow genetic match with his or her siblings and other family members. Blood can aid in healing.
- You want to protect your baby from a new disease, but it is almost impossible to treat the baby with your own stem cells or those of the baby. This is due to the fact that the baby’s personal stem cells have every chance of having the same problems that led to the disease in the first place.
- We want to help others. You can donate your baby cord Blood to a facility that guarantees life-saving stem cells to patients in need.
How is cord blood collected?
Immediately after the baby’s birth, the umbilical cord is cut to separate the baby from the body. cord Cut to separate the baby from the body. The cord In the past, the umbilical cord was usually cut immediately after birth, but at this time, large health organizations recommend waiting at least one minute before the cord is cut. This helps improve blood flow to the baby and can have lasting health benefits.
After the cord Once the cord is severed, the caregiver uses a clamp to stop the bleeding. the cord of bleeding. The physician then removes the blood from the wound using a needle. the cord . The cord The blood is placed in a bag and sent to a lab for testing or to a cord blood bank For long-term storage.
How is cord blood banked ?
There are two similar umbilical cords. cord blood banks .
- Private banks These are a way to drain the blood from the baby. These are a way to drain the blood from the baby cord to obtain blood for your own use. These facilities require coverage for collection and storage. However, there is virtually no guarantee the cord Blood to help heal future babies and families.
- Public banks . These facilities use cord Blood to help others. Public cord blood banks can be used by those who need it.
Preparation is required for cord blood testing or banking ?
No special preparation is required for cord blood testing . If you want to bank your baby’s cord Consult your own physician early in your pregnancy. This will give you time to get supportive information and view your options.
Are there any risks to cord blood testing or banking ?
There is no risk to cord blood testing . Cord blood banking Stabbing blood in a private clinic can be very expensive. The cost is usually not covered by insurance.
What do cord blood test results mean?
Cord blood test Results will vary depending on which drug is being measured. If the results are not normal, consult your doctor to see if your baby needs treatment.
Is there anything else I should know? cord blood testing or banking ?
Unless there is a family history of a specific blood disorder or cancer, it is almost impossible for the baby’s own blood cord Blood can certainly help your child and your family. However, research continues and the future of stem cell healing looks promising. Even more so, if you help your own children. cord blood at a public cord bank There is potential to help the sick at this time.
For more information on cord If you are considering blood or stem cells, talk to your own doctor .
With permission of MedlinePlus from the National Library of Medicine.
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