Answer:
stem cells are capable of self-renewal and limited differentiation.
Step-by-step explanation:
Stem cells give rise to all tissues and organs in the body. They have a unique ability to renew and differentiate into other cells, which means they can repair tissues that have been damaged by disease, accident or natural aging.
It is for this regenerative capacity that they have been consecrated for over 50 years in the treatment of over 80 bone marrow diseases and are under study for the treatment of several others.
THERE ARE TWO KINDS OF STEM CELLS. KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THEM:
Adult Stem Cells
They are found in the baby's bone marrow or umbilical cord as soon as he is born and are divided into two groups:
- Hematopoietic: give rise to blood cells and the immune system.
- Mesenchymals: They give rise to the body's cartilage, bones, muscles, tendons and fat, and play a key role in regulating our immune system.
Embryonic stem cells
Embryonic stem cells can be found on the 5th day after fertilization - when the fetus is in the blastocyst stage. These cells can transform into any type of tissue in the human body, which increases their treatment potential.