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Cord Blood Stem Cell Transplantation Clinical Trial in Houston, TX

Access cutting-edge cord blood stem cell transplantation treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Houston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Houston

    Convenient for TX residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Houston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Cord Blood Stem Cell Transplantation Study in Houston

The goal of this study is to collect blood samples from the umbilical cords of newborn babies, as soon as they are delivered, and to place these samples in the MD Anderson Cord Blood Bank. Your sample may be included in the National Cord Blood Inventory (NCBI) which is part of the CW Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program. The NCBI is a federally-supported program to assist in the collection of cord blood. Cord blood will be made available to patients through The National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP). These samples may then be offered to MD Anderson and other institutions for patients who need a bone marrow transplant and do not have a donor. The MD Anderson Cord Blood Bank will have the rights to release cord blood units to these institutions around the world according to established bone marrow transplant donor criteria, for a fee to cover costs. Cord blood samples that are collected and then do not meet the clinical requirements for patient use may also be used at MD Anderson or other institutions either for research or for quality purposes to improve cord blood banking procedures. If not suitable for patient use or for research purposes, the cord blood unit may be thrown away.

Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Pregnant women age 18 or older. Cord blood will not be collected from a minor.
Able to give verbal informed consent prior to collection of the cord blood.
Able to give written informed consent prior to collection of the cord blood.
Willing to provide a personal and family medical history (if available) of herself and the biologic father (if available), prior to or following collection of the cord blood.
Willing to consent to testing of her blood and the cord blood for infectious diseases, including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), human T cell lymphotrophic virus (HTLV), hepatitis B and C, cytomegalovirus (CMV), syphilis (RPR), Trypanosoma cruzi (Chagas) and West Nile Virus (WNV). Incomplete tests or positive infectious disease testing results may result in the cord blood unit being deemed unacceptable for clinical use.
Willing to consent to testing the cord blood for HLA type, ABO/RhD type, newborn screening and microbial cultures.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Houston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT01728545) has an active research site in Houston, TX that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Cord Blood Stem Cell Transplantation Treatment Options in Houston, TX

If you're searching for cord blood stem cell transplantation treatment options in Houston, TX, this clinical trial (NCT01728545) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Houston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced cord blood stem cell transplantation specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

Looking for more options? Browse all cord blood stem cell transplantation clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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