Stephen P Hibbs, a clinical research fellow at Queen Mary University of London, addresses the issue of private cord blood banking, a practice often promoted in NHS settings. The practice involves parents paying up to £3000 to freeze their baby’s cord blood containing stem cells for potential future health issues. This practice has gained popularity among expectant parents concerned about their child’s health. However, Hibbs highlights the misleading nature of this practice, as it may not be necessary for all families and may not offer the promised benefits.
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The unsung generosity of cord blood donation
