Most people are aware that adult stem cells are undifferentiated, meaning that they have the capability of transforming into a vast array of specific cells. This ambiguity in cell development is one of the reasons that stem cells have the potential to treat so many diseases. But this ambiguity has its drawbacks, as scientists and researchers need to develop ways to ensure stem cells develop how they want.
One of the keys to solving this stem cell puzzle is the use of stem cell lines. Stem cell lines are groups of cells that share a single stem cell ancestor. Unlike most stem cells, these lines remain undifferentiated and will hopefully continue to produce more stem cells. Researchers are working to perfect the cultivation of stem cell lines, which may eliminate the need for embryonic stem cells.
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