tab-test
- What's Tested?
A stem cell transplant utilising umbilical cord blood requires checking for immunological compatibility between donor and patient (medically known as HLA or Human Leukocyte Antigen matching) at 4 different genetic locations.
Sample Analysed
Recipient: Saliva sample (for adults) or alternatively dried blood spot from a finger prick are required for testingDonor: A few drops of the preserved umbilical cord blood unit are utilised for testing 
HLA Parameters Tested
Learn MoreLifeCell utilises next generation sequencing to provide high resolution HLA typed results for a total of 8 parameters i.e. two genes with 4 locations for each gene namely HLA A, B, C, DR - Is This Test Right For Me?
Several reasons could be the trigger for initiating a search - either for a current or potential future medical need.
Transplant Requirement
When a loved one is unfortunately diagnosed of a condition treatable using stem cells, depending on patient’s disease progress and treatment response, they may require a stem cell transplant from a healthy matched donor
Proactive Search
Knowledge is power and knowing how many matches are available especially for those who have pre-exisiting family history. Having access to results also helps accelerate the time to a transplant if needed in the future. - What Do The Results Mean?
LifeCell maintains India’s largest repository of ready to use stem cells and the matching results from the search are updated as upto the accession date.
Matches Found
The number of matching umbilical cord units within LifeCell’s Community inventory are reported based on various degrees of match found- Perfect Match (8/8 Match)
- Partial Match (7/8 Match)
- Acceptable Match (6/8 Match)
Additional Information
Transplant physician’s may also prioritise the quantity of stem cells and may also check for red cell compatibility. LifeCell provides this additional information including donor identification details along with your reported results to help your physician choose the best units. 
Annual Updates:
LifeCell’s inventory continues to grow on a regular basis and hence we strive to provide you with updated position of matches on an annual basis at no additional charge as long as you’re still an active member of the LifeCell community registry
Extended Search
When Requested LifeCell can also support search for matching units or donors within third party registries available worldwide for a both adult marrow and umbilical cord blood units. - Collection Process Video
- 1
Collect
- 2
Fill Form
- 3
Dispatch
- 1