Does anyone have any recommendations on how to source fresh human umbilical cords?

22 August 2019 0 8K Report

We would like to conduct some experiments on Wharton's jelly, so need a source of fresh human umbilical cords to purchase. If anyone has any connections in the U.S., please let me know.

Thank you!

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