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Home UMass Memorial Medical Center Our Care Birthing/Maternity Center Umbilical Cord Blood Donation Donation Information |
Donation Eligibility Almost anyone can donate. In order to donate, the mother must:
Certain family history of blood disorders or travel to areas with malaria or history of malaria may prevent one from donating. Each of these requirements protects those who may receive the blood. How to Donate Mothers should plan for an umbilical cord blood donation before 34 weeks of gestation, ideally six weeks before your due date. Talk to your doctor - many have information in their offices. You may also sign up when you come to labor and delivery. Visit Cryobanks International to learn more or to download a consent form. Call 800-869-8608 or e-mail cordblood@umassmemorial.org for more information. |
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