Source: Canadian Press (CP)
Posted: January 7, 2007
Summary:
U.S. scientists say they have derived a new type of stem cell, root cells which form all of the human cell types, from amniotic fluid surrounding the fetus and from the placenta, called "amniotic fluid-derived stem (AFS) cells." The scientists believe the discovery could eventually provide a new source of cells that could be used for repairing or replacing diseased organs in patients. The AFS cells have characteristics of both human embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells.
