The Donation Process
The Donation process is safe, simple, and painless.
To become a donor, your baby must be delivered via C-section.
01
Doctor.
Speak with your doctor about your decision to donate your placenta through Tissue Resources.
02
Consent.
Sign a written consent giving Tissue Resources permission to recover your placenta.
03
Complete
Forms.
Complete a simple and confidential FDA-Required medical + social history information and paperwork.
04
Collection Kit.
A collection kit will be shipped to you, your healthcare professional, or the delivering hospital. Our collection kit contains everything needed to donate.
05
Blood Samples.
When you arrive at the hospital, a sample of your blood will be taken at the same time your routine hospital blood work is drawn. No additional needle stick is required.
06
The Placenta.
After you deliver, your healthcare providers will recover and prepare the placenta for transport.
07
Pick-Up.
The final step is to call the designated courier to schedule a pick-up.