I called up the National Marrow Donor Program to find out how long it takes for people's typing information to be included in the donor registry: 6 to 8 weeks. The search for a match can take awhile, so it still could conceivably be in time--but no guarantees.
Usually it costs $52 for your cheek swabbing kit that they use to type you, but if you sign up between now and September 22 using the NASCAR promotion, you can do it for free. I just did it myself--it took about 15 minutes of my time tops. Look for the link towards the bottom of the page that tells you to click there if you can't make it to a racetrack. If you are like me, you will never be making it to a racetrack!
If you would like to be tested only for Zoe's needs, I was told that people should contact Kashi Clinical Laboratories at 1-888-732-4018. However, the phone number listed on the website says the contact number as 1-877-527-4452.
xoxo
3 comments:
Jeff and Kelly- If compassion is sharing in someone else's pain then it's compassion I have to offer. I am comforted you are all so loved by so many and that Zoe has birthed in such a Grace filled home. I doubt anyone would take any part of me for donation, but i will check the donation site. in the mean time i will hold the love in my heart while i continue to pray for all of you!!! See you Tuesday!!
Got tears in my eyes reading the last few posts. Still, my heart is full because the more love I send to Zoe, the more I have. I'm in Reno this weekend and Michael and Tom Gordon send all their love.
I think of you guys every day and wanted to tell you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I wish all good things for Zoe. I wish I was closer to help. If there is ANYTHING that I can do from across the country, please let me know.
Love to you all,
Mariah
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