Saving Lives: The Potential of Umbilical Cord Blood for Future Disease Treatment

The video discusses the potential of phylum cells, particularly those extracted from umbilical cords, in fighting diseases like cancer. Leipzig Hospital saves umbilical cord blood for a new blood bank, as these cells are almost free of bacteria and viruses compared to adult bone marrow cells. Vita 34, a company in Leipzig, offers a service to freeze and store newborns' phylum cells for 20 years, with plans for expansion due to its success. The video also explores the current and future medical applications of phylum cells, including the possibility of creating transplant organs.

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