NMDP/Be The Match Response to COVID-19

Response to COVID-19

Up-to-date information for all Network partners on coronavirus impacts 

Updated Oct. 22, 2020 

The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) situation continues to change rapidly. We are closely monitoring the impacts of COVID-19. Use this webpage to access up-to-date information by center type on the National Marrow Donor Program® (NMDP)/Be The Match® response.

We will update sections when changes occur. Please check back frequently.

You will receive a Network Announcement with a summary of any changes (if any changes have occurred).

Transplant Center and Cooperative Registry Information

Access up-to-date information for transplant centers including information on donor product cryopreservation, cord blood unit consideration, related donor products, donor screening process changes, travel and logistics, and more.

Recent updates include:

  • Updated CDC Definition of Close Contact for COVID-19 (10/22/2020)
  • Registries Impacted by COVID-19 Response Reflected in MatchSource (10/22/2020)
  • At-home COVID-19 Testing Available for Donor Screening (10/8/20)
  • Revised Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Infection Assessment Questionnaire (10/8/20)
  • FDA Guidance on Donor Screening for COVID-19 (10/8/20)
  • Frequently Asked Questions for Transplant Centers (10/8/20)

Donor Center, Apheresis/Collection Center and Recruitment Center Information

Access up to date information for our donor center, apheresis/collection center and recruitment center partners. Information includes changes to the donor screening process and more.

Recent updates include:

  • Updated CDC Definition of Close Contact for COVID-19 (10/22/2020) 
  • Cryopreservation Tools Available for Donor Assessment (10/22/20) 
  • Revised Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Infection Assessment Questionnaire (10/8/20)
  • Recording Available: Overview of Changes to COVID-19 Assessment Documents (10/8/20)
  • At-home COVID-19 Testing Available for Donor Screening (10/8/20)
  • Guidance on Donor Screening for COVID-19 (10/8/20)
  • Frequently Asked Questions for Donor Centers and Your Donors (10/8/20)