Stem Cells Flashcards
1
Q
Where can stem cells be found
A
They usually live in the bone marrow
2
Q
Function of stem cells
A
They are the cells wich generate all other specialised cells in the body
3
Q
Uses of stem cells
A
Can create new blood cells for patients who lost theirs
Can crate new skin tissue for wounds
4
Q
Adult stem cells vs embryonic stem cells
A
Adult stem cells are pluripotent ( can become only some specialised cells) but embryonic stem cells are multipotent and can become all specialised cells
