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Choosing a Cord Blood Bank
Questions to ask:

• How many samples has the bank stored?
• How many of their samples have been used in transplant?
• What percentage of the bank’s clients work in the health care industry?
• Does the bank have affiliations with insurance companies and hospitals?
• Does the bank offer hospital or obstetrical caregiver education programs?
• Are programs available for disadvantaged families or families in medical need?
• Does the bank have a qualified and respected medical advisory board?
• Is the bank in a risky location in terms of hurricanes, earthquakes, or airport closures?
• Is the bank financially stable?
• Does the bank offer additional incentives? (Some have rebate programs or added services.)
• Is the collection kit sterile?