- Published:December 17th, 2008
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Several research and studies had discovered the benefits and importance of stem cells in saving lives. This article aims to help readers understand the two different types of stem cells and the diseases that can be cured based on the data gathered from several stem cells study.
Adult Stem Cells—are cells that are regarded as specialized like heart muscle, skin, and neuron cells. Adult stem cells can be found within the bone marrow, in cord blood and in the circulatory blood system. Adult stem cells, according to studies renew themselves to their own specific cell type.
Embryonic Stem Cell—are cells coming from the cord blood of newborn baby. Embryonic stem cells are said to be long lasting and self sustaining and are responsible for almost every cell within the body. White blood cells, red blood cells, and plasma can mature from umbilical cords, studies discovered.
Embryonic stem cells are exceptional and unique to a child. It is presently being used in treating multiple illnesses and diseases to replenish blood and improve our immune system. Embryonic stem cells, however, can be given to another person or individual even if the type of blood does not match—this gives way for an effective treatment to many families especially when an immediate family member cannot.
Rich in process stem cells, the umbilical cord blood has a bright future and can be developed and specialized to produce cells immediately needed by the body. Though it is once discarded during birth, the umbilical cord blood is now being seen in a new light. It is now being used to cure forty-five different illnesses and disorders and is still being studied until its importance and benefits are exhausted.
Cell Sense is the only wholly Australian owned stem cell collection, processing and storage company, specializing in umbilical cord blood stem cells. Cell Sense aims to provide world-class services in the area of adult stem cell collection, processing, storage and related products for the community. It also aims to assist in the development of knowledge and technologies that will enhance the effective utilization of adult stem cells and tissue to treat disease through national and International Research affiliations.
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