New Source of Stem Cells Discovered

Source: HealthDay News
Date: January 7, 2006

Summary:

Scientists reported the discovery of a new source of human stem cells that have the capability to develop into many different types of cells, including muscle, bone, fat, blood vessel, nerve and liver cells. Since the cells are obtained from amniotic fluid, they could be a source of stem cells that avoid the ethical controversy associated with embryonic stem cells.