Cell Biology: Stem Cells and Specialization

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What is the main function of stem cells in the body?

  • To provide structure to tissues and organs
  • To transmit genetic information from one generation to the next
  • To replace damaged cells or cells lost due to diseases (correct)
  • To produce hormones that regulate growth and development

Where are stem cells typically found in adult organisms?

  • In specific areas such as bone marrow and gonads (correct)
  • Only in the inner cell mass of the blastocyte
  • Only in embryonic organisms
  • In all tissues and organs

What is a characteristic of stem cells that allows them to differentiate into various cell types?

  • Their ability to reproduce rapidly
  • Their unspecialized or undifferentiated state (correct)
  • Their ability to self-regenerate
  • Their ability to undergo mitosis

What is the term for the process by which a stem cell divides to form more cells?

<p>Cell division (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of stem cells in therapeutic applications?

<p>They have been of great interest for treating various diseases and conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two defining characteristics of stem cells?

<p>Self-regeneration and unspecialized state (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of using stem cells from the umbilical cord?

<p>They are easily accessible (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reprogramming adult cells?

<p>To create induced pluripotent stem cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a concern about stem cell research?

<p>It raises ethical questions about when human life begins (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might stem cell research be controversial?

<p>Because it may lead to human cloning (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of using a person's own stem cells?

<p>They have less chance of being rejected by the body (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about pluripotent cells?

<p>They can develop into many types of cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of totipotent stem cells?

<p>Ability to differentiate into cells from all three germ layers including placental cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of stem cell therapy?

<p>To promote the repair response of diseased, dysfunctional or injured tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important use of stem cells?

<p>Tissue regeneration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of stem cells can differentiate into cells from all three germ layers with the exception of placenta?

<p>Pluripotent cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of unipotent stem cells?

<p>Ability to produce cells of their own type (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between stem cells and other cells?

<p>Stem cells can differentiate into different cell types (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary challenge in organ transplantation?

<p>Finding a suitable donor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of instructing stem cells to differentiate in a specific way?

<p>To grow a specific tissue type or organ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the 2013 experiment reported in PNAS Early Edition?

<p>The formation of blood-perfused vessels in laboratory mice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential application of stem cells in brain disease treatment?

<p>Replacement of damaged tissues with stem cell-derived cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of stem cells are currently used to treat diseases such as leukemia and sickle cell anemia?

<p>Adult hematopoietic stem cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential benefit of using stem cells in cardiovascular disease treatment?

<p>Replacing damaged blood vessels with stem cell-derived vessels (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should individuals considering stem-cell treatment do to ensure the product's safety and effectiveness?

<p>Check with the FDA for approval (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential issue with some stem-cell treatments?

<p>They may be illegal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to verify the manufacturing process of stem-cell treatments?

<p>To ensure the product meets FDA standards (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended resource for individuals seeking information on stem-cell treatments?

<p>FDA website (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk associated with unapproved stem-cell treatments?

<p>They may be dangerous (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should individuals do before undergoing stem-cell treatment?

<p>Verify the product's approval and manufacturing process (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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