One of the most prominent trends within the global cord blood banking industry is the pairing of cord blood and tissue storage with pre- and post-natal testing services, including genetic testing, genome sequencing, and metabolic screening services. The rise of this trend is driven by the ability of cord blood storage providers to offer complimentary services to existing clients, thereby expanding and diversifying their product portfolio.
As one cord blood executive recently told me, “They are looking to extend the relationship with the mother.” [Read more…]