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Cryo-Cell

Cryo-Cell International

Cryo-Cell

The world's first private cord blood bank, operating since 1989

Cryo-Cell invented private cord blood banking in 1989 and remains one of the most credentialed banks in the world — the first private bank to earn FACT accreditation and the only publicly traded cord blood bank (NASDAQ: CCEL). Their 37-year operating history and proven long-term specimen viability set them apart.

✓ Pros

  • First private cord blood bank in the world — operating since 1989
  • AABB and FACT accredited; first private bank to earn FACT accreditation
  • 500,000+ units stored; 900+ clinical releases across 87 countries

✕ Cons

  • Higher first-year cost comparable to CBR
  • PrepaCyte-CB premium processing adds another $350 to upfront cost

Scores

Overall
9
Safety
9.5
Value
8.6
Ease
9
Quality
9.3

Specifications

founded1989
accreditationsAABB, FACT, FDA, ISO 9001
stored Units500,000+
transplants900+