Stem Cells; Novel Technology That Possesses both Diagnostic and Therapeutic Potential
Stem Cells Stem Cells are cells with the potential to develop into many different types of cells in the body. These are special human cells that have the ability to develop into many different cell types, from muscle cells to brain cells. Stem Cells are the body's raw materials; cells from which all other cells with specialized functions are generated. They provide new cells for the body as it grows, and replace specialized cells that are damaged or lost. Moreover, they can divide over and over again to produce new cells. They are defined as precursor cells that have the capacity to self-renew and to generate multiple mature cell types. They have the potential to become specialized cells, such as blood cells, muscle cells, and brain cells. Stem Cells are a unique and powerful tool for research and medical treatments. Scientists use them to understand human biology and develop new strategies for therapy. By creating iPSCs (induced pluripotent Stem Cells) from patient blood or bo...