The document discusses placenta banking and stem cell collection from the placenta. It defines placenta as the temporary organ that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall, providing oxygen and nutrients. Placenta banking involves extracting and preserving stem cells from the placenta and umbilical cord after birth. These stem cells can potentially treat life-threatening diseases. The document outlines when placenta banking should be considered, the collection and storage process, potential medical uses of the stem cells, costs associated with banking, and some companies that offer placenta banking services.
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What is Placenta?
What is Placenta Banking?
Stem cells extracted from placenta are preserved
What are stem cells?
Two aspects :placenta banking and donation
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Stem cells act as repair system for the
body, replenishing tissues.
Treatment of various life threatening diseases eg. :
Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease, auto-immune
disorders, stroke.
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Costly
Can be used once or twice?
Can be done only when a child is born.
Can be stored for 20 years only.
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