Cord blood
The Cord Blood Donor Selection Guidelines (CB-DSG) form a constituent part of chapter 22 of the Guidelines for the Blood Transfusion and Tissue Transplantation Services in the UK.
They apply to donations of cord blood stem cells from placentae and are for healthcare professionals trained in their use.
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Appendices
Appendix 1
Criteria for the withdrawal of donations
Appendix 2
Immunisations
Latest updates
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| 37-2026 | Osteoarthritis (PDF only, 209KB) | 6 October 2026 |
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| 38-2026 | Parvovirus B19 (PDF only, 202KB) | 6 October 2026 |
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| 39-2026 | Snake bites (PDF only, 245KB) | 6 October 2026 |
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| 40-2026 | Donor weight and weight loss medication (PDF only, 291KB) | 6 October 2026 |
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