Stem Cell Research
Research from Y. Abdullah and Co-Researchers Provides New Data on Stem Cell Research
Published in Blood Weekly, December 1st, 2011
2011 DEC 1 -- "Although the use of embryonic stem cells to treat disease has caused much controversy, one type of stem cell treatment has slowly and steadily shown promise but has not engendered negative ethical media attention: the use of umbilical stem cells. Umbilical cord blood (UCB) contains stem cells that have already successfully treated a variety of diseases, including leukemias, lymphomas, hemoglobinopathies, immunodeficiencies, and disorders of metabolism; ongoing research continues to explore additional diseases for potential treatment," scientists in Chicago, Illinois report.
"Cord blood can be stored in private banks or public banks. Private...
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Source: Blood Weekly (2011-12-01)
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