Cord blood donation

In creating one life why not save another?

The Scottish National Cord Blood Bank is a public bank set up to collect, process, store and supply cord blood. By donating cord blood to us after the birth of your baby, you are making a voluntary donation that could save the life of a patient who is in need of a cord blood transplant in the UK or anywhere in the world.

What is cord blood?
Cord blood is the blood that remains in the placenta and umbilical cord after a baby is born. It is rich in stem cells, which can help to cure many life threatening diseases.

What is it used for?
Cord blood can be used to treat patients who are suffering from life threatening blood, immune and metabolic disorders, such as leukaemia and Hurler's syndrome. The stem cells found in cord blood can restore the function of the patient's immune and blood producing systems.

How can I donate?
At present cord blood is only collected at the Princess Royal Maternity Hospital in Glasgow. If you are interested in donating your cord blood, please read the information leaflet below and complete the cord blood enquiry form.

• Information about cord blood donation

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