A guide to organize voluntary stem cell donors recruitment drive for hematopoietic progenitor stem cell transplant

Asian Journal of Transfusion Science
Vikash Chandra MishraGirish Sharma

Abstract

Hematopoietic progenitor cell transplantation (HPCT) is used as a definitive treatment in hematological malignancies. For a successful HPCT, the donor and recipient should have matching human leukocyte antigens (HLAs). About 25% of patients have a chance of finding matching HLA within family, while rests 75% are dependent on voluntary stem cell donor. Globally, there are 75 stem cell registries with more than 30 million donors registered among which India represents 0.36 million. Therefore, finding a stem cell donor for Indian patient is quite difficult. The aim of the present study is to discuss the significance of voluntary stem cell donor recruitment drive and also to guide the drive organizers and their team for effectively organizing the drive to increase the database of such donors. Voluntary stem cell donor recruitment drives are conducted to spread awareness among the people and motivate them to register as a donor. Once the donors have given their consent, the sample is taken and sent to laboratory for HLA typing and the result is uploaded in World Marrow Donor Association, an international association of member to find the best possible matches for patients with hematological disorders. Genebandhu has organized over 1...Continue Reading

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Jul 24, 2014·The New England Journal of Medicine·Loren GragertMartin Maiers

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May 1, 2021·Journal of Immunology Research·Zorana GrubicRenata Zunec
Jul 25, 2021·Transfusion clinique et biologique : journal de la Société française de transfusion sanguine·S OjhaA Ravatale

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