Sources Of Stem Cells In Mammals Flashcards
1
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Embryonic stem cells
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> From early embryos
> Can differentiate into any type of cell
2
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Umbilical cord blood stem cells
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> From the umbilical cord - similar to adult stem cells
3
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Placental stem cells
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> From the placenta
> Develop into specific cell types
4
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Adult stem cells
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> Specific to a particular tissue or organ
> Maintain and repair tissues throughout life
> Found in a foetus through to adult
