What is the difference between embryonic stem cells and Umbilical Cord Blood stem cells?
The major difference between the two types of stem cells is their origins. Embryonic stem cells are normally derived from human embryos that are fertilized in vitro and then donated for research purposes. Contrary to popular belief, most embryonic stem cells are fertilized and grown in a laboratory, when the embryos are four to five days old. Umbilical Cord Blood stem cells are derived from blood extracted from the umbilical cord immediately after a full-term live, healthy human birth. Normally, the umbilical cord is considered medical waste after the delivery procedure, and will be disposed of unless it is donated. The parents of the newborn will agree before birth to donate the umbilical cord to a laboratory, as well as sign any necessary consent forms. The parents are not paid for the umbilical cord. While both stem cell types have potential benefits, Branyon Integrative Medical Group chooses to study only Umbilical Cord Blood stem cells. There are several reasons for this, both eth
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