STEM CELLS Flashcard

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Adult (tissue-specific) stem cells can also be referred to as _____________.

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somatic stem cells

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What does unipotent mean?

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Capable of giving rise to only one cell type

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Stem cells can be obtained from _________.

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all of the above (embryos, some adult tissues, umbilical cord blood)

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Evaluate the ethical considerations of using stem cells derived from human embryos.

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Concerns about the origin of the cells and the rights of the donor

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Stem cells are found in multiple locations in the body like skin, liver, muscles, intestines, and bones. True or False?

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True

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What are embryonic stem cells?

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Stem cells derived from early-stage embryos that can differentiate into any cell type.

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Define pluripotent stem cells.

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Stem cells that can give rise to almost any cell type in the body.

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What is the significance of stem cells in regenerative medicine?

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They have the potential to repair or replace damaged tissues and organs.

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What are induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS cells)?

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Adult cells that have been genetically reprogrammed to an embryonic stem cell-like state.

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What is the difference between totipotent and pluripotent stem cells?

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Totipotent stem cells can develop into any cell type, including extra-embryonic tissues; pluripotent can develop into almost any cell type but not extra-embryonic.