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Why trust
Smart Cells?

Smart Cells - Dedicated to securing your child's healthy future
Offering your children the opportunity to experience a healthier future and granting yourself peace of mind is easy with Smart Cells.

For over two decades, Smart Cells has led the way in private stem cell storage within the UK. We have established a sterling reputation for preserving and storing umbilical cord stem cells safely and securely with unrivalled excellence. Smart Cells has released more samples than any other private company in the UK, helping treat life-threatening illnesses worldwide. Now as part of FamiCord Group, Europe's largest stem cell bank, we proudly share our expertise with over 20 countries across the globe.

Why Smart Cells?

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Cord blood and cord
tissue collections

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Cord blood
transplants

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UK sample success
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Cord tissue
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There's more to us than being just a stem cell bank

Parents worldwide are embracing the power of stem cell storage, with over 700,000 cord blood collections already in place around the globe. Smart Cells provide incomparable technological prowess and customer service to guarantee a painless process. So far, our released samples have proven immensely successful in their treatment applications. 

 

We are proud to be part of FamiCord Group, the largest umbilical cord blood bank in Europe and the third largest globally. Our vast operations are a testament to our commitment to family cord blood banking and being trusted by families around the world. 

Trusted by 500,000 families

With over 20 years of experience

#1 in Europe

Part of the FamiCord group, #3 in the world and present in 35 countries

1700+ Cord tissue therapies

The only family bank in Europe, making cord tissue and stem cells widely available for therapeutic use.

140+ Cord blood transplants

Stem cells delivered to 45+ countries worldwide

Leader in R&D

Providing personalised treatment for FamiCord Group clients

Affordable storage

Flexible payment options and a price match guarantee

Smart Cells samples save lives

Smart Cells proudly partners with the highest calibre of maternity hospitals and medical professionals — they value our research-based, top-quality approach more than any other. With more than three decades of expertise in this industry, our scientific director meticulously monitors the quality assurance process for every sample released. This guarantees that you always receive only the best possible results. 

At Smart Cells, we value the things that matter to you.

Smart Cells’ team cares deeply about your child’s future and the planet. We are proud to collaborate with renowned medical scientists such as the Borne project, plus our supply chain partners reflect an identical commitment to sustainability as you do. 

Cutting-edge technology, global reach

Our state-of-the-art laboratory guarantees that samples are dealt with and stored using the most advanced scientific methods and technology available. Our samples are conveniently stored near the airport, enabling us to swiftly collect and deliver them to any destination worldwide.

If you’re having difficulty locating, booking, and taking care of your own phlebotomy service in the UAE region, our 24/7 dedicated personnel is here to save you the hassle. With emergency contacts and call-out services available around-the-clock every day of the week, we are devoted to ensuring that all your needs are catered for!

Our commitment to offering exceptional customer service is unparallelled

At Smart Cells, we work with clients from all around the globe. Our team is here to help you in every step of your journey. With transparent pricing plans and honest services, we promise only authentic data on sample successes – no false claims are made. In addition, every fee associated with our services, such as maternal blood testing and shipping fees, is transparently outlined and guaranteed.

Our team is delighted to offer you detailed information regarding the use of samples for treatment and explain payment options.

Give your child the best chance possible in life. Our expert team can explain just how easy it is. They’re here to support you and talk through payment options.

Smart Cells Laboratory

The Smart Cells Laboratory is fully equipped with the latest technology to process and store cord blood in an optimal manner.

Our expertly trained technical staff process everything within a sterile, regulated atmosphere using – the most reliable industry standard for cord blood processing.

Our Quality Assurance team tests and validates samples for sterility and guarantees required stem cell counts and viable cell recovery.

Our facility is equipped with a state-of-the-art alarm system and an uninterruptible power supply in case of any electricity outages. Moreover, our environment is continuously watched over by an Advanced Facilities Management System for your peace of mind.

Smart Cells proudly holds a valid licence from the Human Tissue Authority

Accreditations

What accreditations and quality assurance measures has Smart Cells adopted to ensure customer satisfaction?
Smart Cells has obtained an HTA licence that permits the organisation to acquire, test, process, store, import/export, and distribute cord blood cells and tissues. By holding the ISO9001:2015 certification and regularly participating in the UK National External Quality Assessment Service (NEQAS) 's quality assurance program, Smart Cells ensures that all their full blood and CD34 cell counting operations are of top-notch calibre.

Smart Cells maintains strict quality assurance standards and constantly audits all key processes and protocols to ensure accuracy. Our highly trained and experienced staff execute verified protocols with precision. At Smart Cells, our technical team comprises qualified individuals with degrees in biomedical sciences and postgraduate qualifications. We leverage globally recognised techniques and advanced technology to provide the highest service standards from our modern processing facility.

Our Quality Assurance, regulatory compliance, and commitment to integrity and transparency are strongly supported by our Scientific Director, Head of Laboratory Operations, and Quality Officer. All individuals ensure that Smart Cells continues to provide superior services through ongoing assurance processes.
What if Smart Cells cease operations?
In the event of activities ceasing, any tissues/cells and records are transferred to another suitably-licensed establishment. Smart Cells has internal and external contingency plan agreements.

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