How does it work?

The science behind cord blood banking is complicated, but storing your baby’s stem cells really couldn’t be simpler. Here’s how it works;

Step 1

When you sign the storage agreement form a collection kit shall be handed over to you, make sure you take it with you to the hospital on the big day.

Step 2

After birth your consultant or midwife will extract the sample , and will place it back into the collection kit.

Step 3

Your collected sample will be picked up by us from the hospital and shipped to the U.K.

Step 4

We will check that your sample is healthy and viable for future use

Step 5

Your sample will be processed to concentrate the number of stem cells stored and then it will be split in to multiple portions for future use.

Step 6

We will double check the health of the sample and count the number of stem cells extracted, to make sure it’s ready and viable should it ever be needed in the future

Step 7

Your baby’s sample is then cryogenically frozen in the vapour phase of liquid nitrogen, and stored in our facilities for decades to come

Step 8

Should you ever need to use your sample, we’ll take care of everything and can ship it anywhere in the world, free of charge

Ready to Choose a package

We understand that having a baby is an expensive time, which why we offer a range of payment options, including interest free payment plan

Frequently asked question

Who will collect the sample?

Most often, a phlebotomist will be required to collect your cord blood and tissue samples at the hospital and we will arrange this for you. However, in some cases, your private consultant or midwife may be able to collect the samples for you.

How are umbilical cord stem cells collected?

Umbilical cord stem cell collection is a simple, non-invasive procedure.
Once you have ordered your stem cell collection with our customer care team, we will post out a collection kit to your home. This kit needs to be kept safe, away from any radiators and ideally with your overnight maternity bag. A phlebotomist will be allocated to you and will be the person that collects your stem cells at the hospital. They will give you a courtesy call to introduce themselves.

Once you go into labour, simply take the kit to the hospital with you and let your phlebotomist know that you are on your way. Once your baby has been safely delivered, the phlebotomist will extract the stem cells from the umbilical cord. This is a very quick and non-invasive procedure and won’t interrupt your precious time with your baby. The phlebotomist will then securely package the stem cells into the provided collection kit.

Then all that is required is that yourself or your partner calls us to arrange collection of the kit. The sample is then delivered directly to our laboratory in Nottingham and will be processed and prepared for storage. Our customer care team will then be in touch will a follow-up call with the results and status of your sample.