cord blood
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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He said he believed doing so would have allowed his son to be infused with vitamin K from the cord blood, a popular theory on social media.
From Salon ● May 7, 2026
Dylan needed a stem cell transplant and, after his parents were ruled out as donors, a suitable cord blood match was found.
From BBC ● Jan. 28, 2026
On the other hand, a 2020 study that measured acetaminophen in umbilical cord blood did find a dose-dependent association with autism.
From Slate ● Sep. 26, 2025
The only stem cell products the FDA has approved for use are stem cells extracted from umbilical cord blood, and then only for rare blood disorders.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 17, 2025
Both procedures allow for umbilical cord blood to reach the infant's body before clamping, reducing the risk of anemia and other complications seen among infants receiving immediate cord clamping and cutting.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 9, 2023
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