Stem Cell Donation + Banking

Just like you can donate blood or organs, you can donate stem cells, a powerful act that has the potential to save someone’s life. For example, donated blood stem cells can be transplanted into a patient with blood or immune system diseases, such as some blood cancers or immunodeficiencies, and provide a potential cure. Donated stem cells can also be used for research purposes, helping scientists understand the way diseases and treatments impact people and populations differently. Some types of stem cells can also be frozen and stored, or banked, for future clinical application.

Cell, tissue, and embryo donation are a personal choice. When deciding whether or not to donate, it is essential that proper ethical standards involving responsible informed consent procedures are followed.