Question

Cord blood is the sample of blood taken from the

• A. Placenta.
• B. Umbilical cord.
• C. Urethra.
• D. None of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Umbilical cord.

Stem cells are found in all organisms and are capable of dividing to form new cells which can be differentiated into various types of specialised cells. The umbilical cord is the structure which attaches the fetus with the placenta in the maternal womb. The cord blood is the sample of blood which is collected from the umbilical cord. The umbilical cord contains the embryonic stem cells which can use for the treatment of disorders during the life of an individual and so, they are preserved.

Thus, the correct answer is option B.