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    Glossary Bone Marrow Stem Cells

    cells in bone marrow that can develop into various blood cells

    Bone Marrow Stem Cells (BMSCs) are a type of stem cell found in the bone marrow that have the ability to develop into various types of blood cells, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. They are crucial for the body's ability to regenerate blood and immune cells, and are often used in medical treatments such as bone marrow transplants for patients with conditions like leukemia or lymphoma.

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      community Stem cells for hair, does it work?

      in Technology  8 upvotes 9 months ago
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       19 upvotes 7 years ago
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