What if I have a Cesarean section?

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The method of delivery, whether it's a vaginal birth or a C-section, does not generally impact the collection or storage of cord blood and tissue.

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If you’re pregnant, you can freeze your umbilical cord and placenta stem cells to use for future disease treatment.

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No, maintaining stem cell viability requires careful cryopreservation in extreme temperatures. (-190° Celsius for safe-keeping!)

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