Stem cells Flashcards
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A stem cell is…
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an unspecified cell that can divide an unlimited number and can become any type of cell.
2
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Potency is the extent of power…
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of a stem cell to produce different types of cells.
3
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Totipotent stem cells can…
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produce any type of cell.
4
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Pluripotent stem cells are…
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embryonic stem cells, that lose some ability to differentiate, but can form all cells that will lead to the development of an embryo.
5
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For growth and repair small populations of…
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stem cells must remain, which can produce new cells.
6
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Multipotent are…
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adult stem cells, only able to produce a few types of cell. E.g. stem cells in bone marrow.
7
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Stem cell therapy is…
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the introduction of new adult stem cells into damaged tissue to repair it.
