Stem Cells in Medicine Quiz

What is one of the primary uses of stem cells in medicine?

• To replace faulty cells in conditions like diabetes

• To increase lifespan

• To enhance athletic performance

• To improve memory retention

Which type of stem cells can differentiate into any specialized cell?

• Adult stem cells

• Embryonic stem cells

• Bone marrow cells

• Nerve cells

What is the main limitation of adult stem cells?

• They can only differentiate into blood cells

• They are difficult to obtain

• They are not regulated

• They are prone to rejection

What is a common method for using stem cells to treat diabetes?

• Injecting insulin directly

• Replacing damaged pancreas cells with stem cells

• Administering stem cells orally

• Using stem cells to enhance glucose absorption

Why might embryonic stem cells be rejected by a patient's body?

• They are too old

• They have a different genome from the patient

• They are not specialized enough

• They are too expensive

What is a drawback of using medications to suppress the immune system in stem cell therapy?

• They are ineffective

• They can have side effects

• They are too expensive

• They are not available

What is a benefit of using adult stem cells over embryonic stem cells?

• They can differentiate into any cell type

• They are more effective

• They are easier to regulate

• They are less likely to be rejected

What is a potential risk of using stem cells in therapy?

• They can enhance muscle growth

• They can cause hair loss

• They might transmit viruses

• They can improve vision

What ethical concern is associated with using embryonic stem cells?

• They are ineffective

• They are too costly

• They are not scientifically proven

• They have the potential for human life

What is a potential outcome if stem cells divide uncontrollably?

• They can improve organ function

• They can form a tumor

• They can enhance immune response

• They can increase energy levels