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Your newborn’s umbilical cord offers an opportunity to plan for your family’s future health right from the start.
Plan for your family’s future health, your way.
When it comes to your family’s health, nothing is more important. That’s why investing in your family’s future health is one of the most valuable gifts you can give. Explore the many ways your newborn’s umbilical cord can help you plan for your family’s future health and well-being.
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Over 30 years of experience and the choice of hundreds of thousands of families.
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Healthcare providers feel good knowing their patients are in good hands with ViaCord.
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People Ask . . .
- How long can cord blood be stored for?
To date, there is no evidence that cord blood will ever expire. Recent studies published in Stem Cell Translation Medicine found cryopreserving cord blood stem cells for extended periods doesn't affect their ability to function effectively. The 27-year study and 29-year study add to a growing body of research demonstrating the value of cord blood banking.
- Can I still bank if I do delayed cord clamping?
The short answer - yes! The timing of cord clamping is a personal decision that should discussed your healthcare provider. Cord blood and tissue collection start after the cord is cut, whenever that is. If your cord blood sample doesn't meet our recommended minimum to store, we’ll let you know. Delayed clamping doesn’t affect cord tissue collection.
- Why use cord blood for genetic testing?
Using a small sample of cord blood offers parents who are planning to bank an incredibly convenient way to benefit from early insights and detection that genetic tests can provide. Cord blood can be used for multiple testing options.
- Does having a c-section impact collection?
No. The collection process proceeds essentially the same way with a cesarean section as it would in natural birth. Our cord blood collection bag can be used in sterile C-sections.
- How long has ViaCord been around?
ViaCord started in 1993 as a family cord blood bank. Today, we're proud to a part of Revvity, a global leader in diagnostics and life sciences.