Stem Cell Technology (Grade 12 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Flashcards
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Stem cells definition
Stem cells definition
Undifferentiated cells that can develop into any tissue type
Pluripotency meaning
Pluripotency meaning
Ability of stem cells to transform into specialised cells
Sources of stem cells
Sources of stem cells
Embryos, bone marrow, umbilical cord blood, skin, cartilage
Most versatile stem cell type
Most versatile stem cell type
Embryonic stem cells
Ethical concern with embryonic stem cells
Ethical concern with embryonic stem cells
Requires destruction of human embryos during extraction
Adult stem cells vs embryonic
Adult stem cells vs embryonic
Less versatile but less controversial than embryonic
Bone marrow stem cells used to treat
Bone marrow stem cells used to treat
Leukaemia (blood cancer)
Stem cell use for cardiac repair
Stem cell use for cardiac repair
Replacing dead heart muscle cells after heart attacks
Stem cell use for burn treatment
Stem cell use for burn treatment
Growing new skin tissue for burn victims
Stem cell use for neurological conditions
Stem cell use for neurological conditions
Developing nerve cells for spinal injuries & Parkinson's