stem cells

0.0(0)
Studied by 0 people
linked notesNote
call kaiCall Kai
learnLearn
examPractice Test
spaced repetitionSpaced Repetition
heart puzzleMatch
flashcardsFlashcards
GameKnowt Play
Card Sorting

1/16

encourage image

There's no tags or description

Looks like no tags are added yet.

17 Terms

1
New cards
What is the source of human totipotent stem cells?
Fertilized egg (zygote) and early embryonic cells.
2
New cards
What is a unique ability of totipotent stem cells?
To differentiate into any type of cell in the body and even form an entire organism.
3
New cards
Which stem cell type can produce any cell in the body and extra-embryonic?
Totipotent.
4
New cards
Which stem cell type can produce any body cell but not placenta cells?
Pluripotent.
5
New cards
What are some medical uses of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)?
Treating diseases, repairing tissues, developing personalized therapies, and revolutionizing drug testing.
6
New cards
What type of stem cells would be used to replace any of the 220 cell types in the human body?
Pluripotent stem cells.
7
New cards
Why are pluripotent stem cells from umbilical cord blood collected and stored?
They provide a valuable resource for future medical treatments with a higher chance of successful therapeutic use.
8
New cards
What are some medical advantages of cord blood banking?
Safe, long-lasting, and versatile resource for stem cell therapy.
9
New cards
What are some functions of adult stem cells in the human body?
Tissue repair, replacing lost or dying cells, maintaining organ function, skin or hair regeneration.
10
New cards
Where are adult stem cells located in the body?
Bone marrow, skin, muscle, liver, brain, etc.
11
New cards
Why are adult stem cells located in areas of growth or injury?
To regenerate damaged tissues and maintain normal function.
12
New cards
How could adult stem cell therapy improve quality of life?
By promoting healing, regeneration, and recovery in patients.
13
New cards
What are some potential adult stem cell therapies?
Regenerating healthy heart tissue after a heart attack.
14
New cards
Why is adult stem cell injection into the body a medical risk?
Uncontrolled cell growth or immune rejection.
15
New cards
What are organoids?
Miniature, simplified versions of organs grown in the laboratory.
16
New cards
What are some practical uses of organoids?
Studying disease and drug testing.
17
New cards
Which type of stem cells are used to make organoids?
Pluripotent stem cells, including embryonic stem cells.