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How many human cells are there in the adult human body?
How many human cells are there in the adult human body?
- About 40 trillion
- About 30 trillion (correct)
- About 50 trillion
- About 20 trillion
How many cell types have human cells been categorized into based on location and function within the body?
How many cell types have human cells been categorized into based on location and function within the body?
- Over 1000 cell types
- Over 200 cell types
- Over 400 cell types (correct)
- Over 600 cell types
Which project made efforts to map all human cells, including organizing 1551 samples across 17 collections?
Which project made efforts to map all human cells, including organizing 1551 samples across 17 collections?
- HuCAP (Human Cell Atlas Program)
- HuBMAP (Human BioMolecular Atlas Program) (correct)
- HuMAP (Human BioMolecular Atlas Program)
- HuMAP (Human Molecular Atlas Program)
How many of the human body's 70 organs did the HuBMAP project map?
How many of the human body's 70 organs did the HuBMAP project map?
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What is used to identify cells, with specific emphasis on biomarkers and location in the body?
What is used to identify cells, with specific emphasis on biomarkers and location in the body?
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Study Notes
Human Cell Facts
- An adult human body contains approximately 37.2 trillion cells.
- Human cells are categorized into around 200 distinct cell types based on location and function.
HuBMAP Project
- The Human Biomolecular Atlas Program (HuBMAP) aims to create a comprehensive map of all human cells.
- This project organized 1551 samples across 17 different collections for study.
- HuBMAP successfully mapped cell types across 70 organs in the human body.
Cell Identification
- Cells are identified utilizing biomarkers that highlight specific features.
- Location in the body plays a crucial role in differentiating and studying various cell types.
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