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Neural stem cells have the capability to transform into glial cells or neurons. Oligodendrocytes used in treatment of TM and astrocytes are examples of glial cells. What are Neural Cells and Why are they Important? Different areas of the human body, spinal cord and brain house different types of specialized stem cells. In haematology for example, cord blood derived stem …
Pheresis refers to the process of stem cell extraction from blood. It involves the passing of donor blood through an extraction machine and the eventual isolation of the stem cells (PDF Link) found within prior to pumping of the blood back into the heart and vascular system. The term “pheresis” (or “apheresis” from the Greek “to take away”) refers to a medical …
Therapeutic cloning refers to a process of utilizing SCNT or the somatic cell nuclear transfer for the production of cells exactly matching the patient. The procedure involves the combination of the patient’s enucleated egg and somatic cell nucleus. Therapeutic cloning Vs Reproductive cloning Therapeutic cloning, also known as somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT), is a form of cloning where the …
The term Regenerative medicine pertains to a medical field focusing on treatments utilizing adult stem cells and embryonic stem cells. These are used to stimulate the process of differentiation into a particular cell variant deemed necessary for cell and tissue repair. Welcome to our comprehensive guide on regenerative medicine, a revolutionary approach to healthcare that’s set to change how we treat …
Teratomas are fascinating and somewhat enigmatic tumors that are derived from pluripotent cells. These tumors can contain tissue from all three germ layers (ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm), which means they can comprise a diverse array of tissue types, from teeth to hair to glandular tissue. The presence of these varied tissues in a single tumor is what makes teratomas unique. …
Epigenetics relates to the process wherein regulatory proteins have the ability to switch genes on and off in such a way that it may be passed on at some point in the process of cellular division. Epigenetics refers to modifications in gene expression that don’t involve changes to the underlying DNA sequence. While the genetic code (DNA sequence) remains unchanged, …
