Public donation cord blood banking provides a reassurance for people that because they generously donated their stem cells, a national source of stem cells is available to help save a life. Importantly, families of a minority race or families with children of mixed race should have a specific interest in donating or private, family cord blood banking. Bone marrow registries are predominantly Caucasian, making it more difficult for minorities to find matches. Public cord blood banking accepts donated units that are entered into registries such as the National Marrow Donor Program. These donated units are available to anyone in the world who is in need of a stem cell transplant. Call us today. Cord blood banking is a once in a lifetime opportunity.