Henrietta Lacks Test Review

Flashcards covering key concepts related to Henrietta Lacks, HeLa cells, and medical ethics.

Immortal Cell Line

Cells that divide forever.

Pap Smear

A test that catches cancer earlier, improving survival rates for cervical cancer.

Informed Consent

Patients must know and agree to what’s done to them.

Tuskegee Syphilis Study

A historical study that exploited black patients, illustrating their exploitation in medicine.

HeLa Cells

Human cells that can be grown endlessly for experiments.

Spontaneous Transformation

Cells turning cancerous on their own.

HPV

A virus that inserts DNA triggering uncontrolled cell growth, leading to cervical cancer.

National Cancer Act

A purpose to boost national cancer research and funding established by President Nixon.

Hayflick Limit

The number of times a normal somatic cell will divide before cell division stops.

Contamination in Cell Cultures

HeLa cells can contaminate other cultures due to their rapid growth and adherence.