FAQs

About CBR

About Cord Blood Registry® (CBR®) - FAQs

Do you own your laboratory?

Yes, we own our laboratory. Our 80,000-square foot laboratory is the largest cord blood processing facility in the world with some of the most advanced technology in the industry. Owned and operated exclusively by CBR, the lab currently has the capacity to safely store cord blood for more than five million newborns. CBR's lab is located in Tucson, Arizona, one of the safest cities in the nation in terms of risk from hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, winter storms, and tornados.1

Our processing, quality-control, and quality-assurance metrics are in accordance with FDA guidelines, and we are accredited by the AABB (formerly the American Association of Blood Banks) and certified by CLIA (a federal program to ensure quality laboratory testing). CBR's storage technology system provides highly secure, long-term protection for your baby's stem cells.

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Reference:
1. Sustain Lane. 2008 US City Ranking. Natural Disaster Risk. Available at http://www.sustainlane.com/us-city-rankings/categories/natural-disaster-risk . Accessed June 15, 2009.

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How many cord blood samples has your company stored?

CBR has successfully processed and stored cord blood for more than 325,000 newborns—more than any other cord blood bank. Our long history of experience and proven track record delivers confidence in the quality and dependability of our service.

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How much experience does CBR have in providing cord blood for use in treatment?

CBR has more experience providing cord blood for use in treatment than any other family bank. To date, we have helped more than 150 families use their cord blood stem cells for lifesaving transplants and other therapies. All of the cord blood units released for client use have been viable—the ultimate validation of our processing and storage methods.

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What is unique about CBR?

CBR has been the leading innovator in cord blood banking for more than 15 years, and our superior technology and strong commitment to families are key reasons why CBR is the #1 choice of Ob/Gyns and expectant families.

  • CBR is the most experienced cord blood bank. CBR has saved cord blood stem cells for more than 325,000 newborns and has helped many families use their stem cells for lifesaving transplants and other therapies—double that of any other family bank.
  • CBR saves more cord blood cells for families. CBR offers the best collection and processing technology available to help families save more cells. Having more stem cells for treatment can improve medical outcomes if the cells are ever needed.
  • Only CBR offers two ways to save stem cells. CBR is the only bank in the U.S. to provide storage for stem cells contained in both cord blood and cord tissue. The stem cells in cord tissue are different from those found in cord blood and may help repair the body in different ways.
  • CBR's long-term stability is well established. CBR's laboratory is located in Tucson, Arizona, one of the safest cities in the nation in terms of risk from hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, winter storms, and tornados.1 Additionally, our track record of corporate stability demonstrates our commitment that we will be here for you in the future.

References:
1. Sustain Lane. 2008 US City Ranking. Natural Disaster Risk. Available at http://www.sustainlane.com/us-city-rankings/categories/natural-disaster-risk . Accessed June 15, 2009.

Source for Ob/Gyn claim: Blind survey, GfK Market Measures, 4/07, funded by CBR.

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Is CBR a financially stable company?

Yes. Cord Blood Registry's corporate and financial stability is unparalleled in this industry. We are excited to offer our clients the stability of a large client base and a history of profitability. Our track record of long-term stability and financial strength demonstrates our commitment that we will be here for you in the future.

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Does CBR have academic affiliations with research institutions?

CBR has established leadership in advancing clinical research with newborn stem cells and has partnered with or lent support to some of the most prestigious medical institutions including Duke University, University of Florida, and the Medical College of Georgia to further the use of cord blood in regenerative medicine

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Banking cord blood does not guarantee that the cells will provide a cure or be applicable for every situation. For inherited genetic conditions, the child will not be able to use his or her own stem cells. A matched sibling's stem cells would be the first choice. Ultimate use will be determined by the treating physician. Treatment for brain injury and juvenile diabetes is experimental and currently requires the use of your own cord blood. Medical treatments using family banked cord tissue are in early research and are not available today; there is no guarantee that therapies will be developed in the future.
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