Autologous Transplantation

There is a team of professionals from LHSC’s Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre who will work with you during the autologous stem cell transplant (Auto SCT) process.  

The following pages will help you understand:  

• The purpose for having an Auto SCT  
  • The Basics of Autologous Stem Cell Transplant
• The tests and procedures you will have  
  • Steps of an Autologous Stem Cell Transplant
  • Stem Cell Mobilization and Collection
  • High Dose Chemotherapy
  • Stem Cell Reinfusion
• How you can expect to feel and ways to look after yourself
  • After your Autologous Stem Cell Transplant

Members of the Blood and Marrow Transplant Program will meet with you and your family to review this information and will be available to answer your questions.