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The Power of Stem Cells
As a general principle, stem cells have the ability to turn into any cell type in the body. Imagine having a tiny army of cells that can transform and replace damaged tissues – that’s the power of stem cells. Mesenchymal Stem Cells are the types located within the body’s connective tissue, also known as mesenchymal tissue. A subset of these cells exists in the umbilical cord tissue and blood. These stem cells from umbilical cord blood have unique advantages, a very important of which is their being safe for practically all recipients – known as ‘Immunological Safety.’
“Immunological safety” is a fancy way of asking, “Will the body of a recipient reject these cells when received?” This is an important question because when something foreign enters our body, our immune system usually jumps into action to defend us against potential threats. Umbilical cord stem cells have the unique advantage of being easily accepted by recipients. They function like universal donors, adaptable and less likely to trigger immune reactions.
The Advantage of Umbilical Cord for Regenerative Medicine
Researchers are applying these cells in regenerative medicine to treat various diseases and conditions, especially those with degenerative components. These conditions range from heart disease to degenerative brain diseases, brain and spinal cord injuries, kidney diseases among others. With umbilical cord stem cells, treatments are more effective and safer.
In Conclusion
The umbilical cord tissue and blood provide powerful stem cells with the unique advantage of “universal safety,” making them widely used in regenerative medicine.
