Stem Cells
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What are stem cells?

What are stem cells?

How do stem cells save lives?

 

Stem cells, specifically blood stem cells, are immature cells that can develop into any cell present in the bloodstream. Stem cell transplants can treat over 80 diseases and disorders. 

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Donating stem cells

Learn about how to donate stem cells, donor eligibility, important registration information, registration forms (available in multiple languages), knowledge testing and more. 

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Donating cord blood

Learn about how to donate cord blood, donor eligibility, important registration information, registration and consent forms (available in multiple languages), where to donate, how your baby’s cord blood may be used, safety standards and more. 

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Eligibility and registration

Learn about stem cell and cord blood donor eligibility, how to register, who can register, the stem cells knowledge test, registration events, accessing registration forms in other languages, donating cord blood for research and more. 

 

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Related information

Myths about stem cells

Learn about commonly dispelled stem cell myths including where stems cells are sourced from, donor-recipient matching, how transplantation works and more.

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Cord blood safety standards

Safety is our top priority! Canadian Blood Services' Cord Blood Bank follows Health Canada regulations to make sure cord blood is collected safely and effectively.

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#MenGiveLife

Half of all matched stem cell donations in Canada came from young male donors. Male donors are more likely to be matched with recipients because they offer better patient outcomes after transplant. 

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