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It’s now possible to take stem cells from the umbilical cord of a newborn baby. These stem cells may be used if the baby’s cells are a match for those of a brother or sister who needs a transplant. A major drawback is that not enough stem cells are usually obtained. This treatment is also experimental and further research is looking at the use of stem cells from cord blood.
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