What Defines A Stem Cell?

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What Defines A Stem Cell?

A stem cell can be defined by two specific characteristics:

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Endless self-renewal, with no limitations or maximum number of replications.

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Capability to differentiate into any tissue type and cell line in the body.

Reference: Understanding Stem Cells: An Overview of the Science and Issues from the National Academies, Washington, DC: National Academies Press, 2016

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