Cord blood and tissue are rich sources of stem cells that have the potential to repair and rejuvenate damaged tissue and the immune system in old age. The key is to preserve these stem cells in the newborn period to retain their proliferative potential and maintain their potency with high quality processing and storage. This is why it is so important to choose a quality bank that understands and follows the science behind stem cell processing and regenerative medicine. Here are five reasons to bank with Progenics.
Local Processing and storage: It is critical that samples be processed as soon as possible to minimize the loss of precious stem cells during transit, not to mention possible cross border delays which could ultimately lead to complete loss of the stem cells. That's why at Progenics, we process and cryopreserve all samples in Toronto, Canada; unlike larger cord blood banks where processing and storage is done in the United States.
Double Extraction for Maximum Yield: At Progenics, we understand the importance of maximizing the potential of your newborn's stem cells. Which is why we use a double extraction processing technique to extract as much stem cells as possible. This results in an average yield of 95 ± 3% for total nucleated cells - 10% higher than the industry standard using automated systems such as the MacoPress or Sepax systems.
Transparency and Accountability: We prioritize transparency and accountability in all aspects of our operations here at Progenics. To uphold these principles and ensure consistent high-quality processing. Progenics remains the only stem cell bank that proudly publishes all of our processing results in an annual Quality Report. This report is verified by esteemed organizations such as Health Canada, AABB, ensuring utmost accuracy and reliability.
Affordable pricing: We keep costs low so that we can pass on the savings to you. While some costs like liquid nitrogen and laboratory reagents are fixed, we keep our operations lean by saving on unnecessary management and executive positions. As a family-owned company, run by a medical geneticist and research scientist, we divert all profits to research and development and in improving the quality and facilities at Progenics.
State-of-the-Art Storage Facility: Our storage facility is equipped with advanced monitoring systems, ensuring round-the-clock surveillance of your stem cell samples. All samples are also stored in the vapour phase of liquid nitrogen to maintain temperatures at -180°C. With technicians on call and backup generators in place, you can trust that your baby's stem cells are safeguarded against unforeseen circumstances.
Sincerely,
Andrew Shuen, MD PhD, FRCPC, FACMG