Stem cells are our "master" cells that have the capacity to be grown into healthy new blood and organs and can be used to treat certain medical conditions....
Stem Cell Facts
If you are reading this, you probably already know a bit about stem cells and the basic facts.
As of 2008 statistics, 57% of transplants throughout the world were performed using the patient’s own stem cells. In 43%, stem cells not belonging to the patient were used and these cells may have come from a relative or unrelated donor. Within the 43%, a total of 64% were actually from relatives. In total therefore, the vast majority of transplants undertaken make use of the patient’s own, or a relative’s stem cells.
