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In organ transplants, the body recognizes that the new organ is made of foreign cells. What kind of medicine would you give a patient to increase the chances of transplant success?

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All cells reproduce to make new cells. However, stem cells actually form many different types of cells. Adult stem cells can also repair tissues in the body.

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immunosuppressant

Step-by-step explanation:

After an organ transplant, you will need to take immunosuppressant (anti-rejection) drugs. These drugs help prevent your immune system from attacking ("rejecting") the donor organ. Typically, they must be taken for the lifetime of your transplanted organ.

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