April 7, 2024

Delivering bone marrow to Carlos, a young patient in Uruguay

By World Courier

The World Courier team, in partnership with an international non-profit organization, orchestrated the successful delivery of a life-saving bone marrow transplant from Chile to Uruguay, overcoming logistical hurdles and stringent timelines.

In our latest case study, we present the inspiring story of a young patient named Carlos from Uruguay, whose life was hanging in the balance while waiting for a critical bone marrow transplant. This complex rescue mission involved DKMS — an international non-profit organization dedicated to fighting blood cancer and other blood disorders — and our World Courier team.

Together, we faced a daunting challenge: delivering a matching bone marrow donation from Chile within strict temperature requirements and an unforgiving 24-hour timeframe. Discover how we overcame logistical hurdles and stringent timelines to successfully deliver this life-saving transplant to Carlos.

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Bone marrow transplant FAQs

Q: How is bone marrow transported?

A: The transportation of bone marrow is a meticulous process that requires specific conditions to ensure its viability. It must be kept within strict temperature controls during transit. Additionally, transport teams need to prepare necessary documentation for customs clearance to avoid delays. The use of real-time location monitoring also aids in ensuring the smooth transition of the shipment.

Q: What are the temperature requirements for transporting bone marrow?

A: To keep it viable, bone marrow needs to be maintained at controlled refrigerated temperatures typically between two and eight degrees Celsius during transport.

Q: How is bone marrow donated?

A: Donating bone marrow usually involves either peripheral blood stem cell donation or surgical extraction from hip bones under anesthesia. The selection of a method often depends on what's medically best for the patient receiving the transplant.

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