Adult Stem Cells: Characteristics and Functions
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Adult Stem Cells: Characteristics and Functions

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What is the primary function of adult stem cells?

  • To give rise to differentiated cells of all hematopoietic lineages
  • To continuously produce blood cells throughout life
  • To replace damaged or lost cells in specific tissues (correct)
  • To differentiate into various somatic lineages
  • What distinguishes adult stem cells from embryonic and fetal stem cells?

  • They can be isolated from the bone marrow
  • They are referred to their tissue origin
  • They have limited potency (correct)
  • They are multipotent
  • Which type of adult stem cells have the unique ability to self-renew continuously and produce blood cells throughout life?

  • Dental pulp stem cells
  • Hematopoietic stem cells (correct)
  • Mesenchymal stem cells
  • Adipose stem cells
  • What term is used to refer to adult stem cells that are not the germ cells, sperm, or eggs?

    <p>Somatic stem cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are mesenchymal stem cells typically isolated from?

    <p>Bone marrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

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