The therapeutic use of cellsStem cell technology

Genetic engineering is the transfer of DNA between organisms. Bacteria receiving human DNA can produce proteins such as insulin. Stem cells can potentially develop into specialised body parts.

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Stem cell technology

are cells found in animal bodies and are capable of carrying out cell division and developing into specialised types of cells.

Stem cells could potentially be given to people to help replace parts of organs that have been damaged by injuries or diseases.

Stem cells could potentially be used to treat illnesses such as cancers, blindess, deafness, missing teeth, wound healing, bone marrow transplant, spinal chord injury, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease and muscular dystrophy.
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Stem cells could potentially be used to treat illnesses