Stem cell banking at birth
A unique opportunity available only once. Stem cells collected from the afterbirth are already used in established treatments for certain serious conditions, while other cell types are being studied for their future potential. Collection is safe, painless, and compatible with delayed cord clamping.
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What can be stored at birth?
At birth, stem cells can be collected from umbilical cord blood, cord tissue, and placenta. Cord blood stem cells are already used in established medical treatments for certain blood-related conditions, including leukemia and other serious diseases. Stem cells from cord tissue and placenta are being studied in a growing number of clinical areas, including conditions such as type 1 diabetes, neurological disorders like cerebral palsy, autoimmune diseases, and injuries affecting bone, cartilage, and muscle.
Together, they represent a unique biological resource that can only be collected once and preserved for potential future use.
Cord blood stem cells
Used in treatment today
Cord blood is rich in hematopoietic stem cells that are already used in established treatments for certain blood-related cancers, severe anaemia, and immune disorders.
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Cord tissue stem cells
Regenerative and immune potential
Cord tissue contains mesenchymal stem cells that are being studied for their potential in tissue repair, regeneration, and modulation of the immune system.
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Placenta stem cells
Additional source of valuable cells
The placenta contains a diverse range of cell types that are being studied for their potential in tissue repair, healing, and future regenerative applications.
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Who can benefit from stored stem cells?
Your child
A full biological match, stored and available throughout life, ready if ever needed.
Siblings
Stored stem cells may also be used for siblings. Because these cells are more adaptable, a partial match can often be sufficient.
Families with known conditions
If there is a history of blood or immune-related disease, storing stem cells can provide an important additional treatment option.
Parents who value preparedness
Even without a known risk, storing stem cells can provide long-term peace of mind and access to future medical options.
Mixed-ethnicity families
Finding a compatible donor match can be more difficult across ethnic backgrounds. Storing your child’s stem cells helps ensure access when needed.
Used in medicine today, with broader potential ahead
Cord blood stem cells are already part of established medical care in transplants for certain blood cancers, bone marrow failure, severe anemia, and immune disorders. At the same time, stem cells from cord tissue and placenta are being studied in clinical trials focused on regenerative medicine, immune-related conditions, and tissue repair.
While these emerging applications are not yet standard treatments, research continues to expand the potential of stem cell therapies.
Current treatments and future potential
Why stem cells at birth are different
Stem cells exist in the body throughout life, but they are not equally useful at every stage. As we age, both the number and function of stem cells decline. They are also affected by illness, environmental factors, and genetic changes over time.
Collecting stem cells later in life is often complex. It may require invasive procedures, and in many cases, the cells cannot be used if they are affected by disease. For example, in conditions such as leukemia or genetic blood disorders, the patient’s own stem cells are not suitable for treatment. Instead, treatment depends on finding a compatible donor.
Stem cells collected at birth are different. They are collected at their earliest stage, before exposure to disease or ageing, and are immediately available if needed.
This is what makes them uniquely valuable.
Why choose Cellaviva?
Cellaviva is Sweden’s only private stem cell bank licensed by the Swedish Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO). Your child’s stem cells are stored locally in Sweden, with full regulatory oversight and control.
From collection kit and transport to laboratory processing and long-term cryostorage, every step is handled with precision, safety, and long-term responsibility.
Cellaviva is the only private stem cell bank in Sweden licensed by the Swedish Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO). All handling and storage follow strict national healthcare regulations.
You only pay for samples that meet the criteria for long-term cryo storage.
All samples are processed and assessed before storage to ensure quality and support potential future medical use.
All samples are processed in an AABB-accredited laboratory under controlled conditions, ensuring and comprehensive quality assessment and readiness for storage.
Approved samples are stored in secure cryostorage at Cellaviva’s facility in Stockholm, with continuous monitoring and controlled conditions.
Simple to arrange, fully compatible with your birth plan
Collection takes place after the umbilical cord has been clamped and cut, and can also be done alongside delayed cord clamping. It does not affect delivery or bonding, and we guide you through each step. It takes just a few minutes to get started.
A decision you can only make once
Stem cells collected at birth are only available at a single moment in time. With Cellaviva, the process is safe, simple, and carefully managed, so you can preserve something unique without affecting your birth experience.
No impact on delivery. No risk for mother or child.
