GLOSSARY

Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA)

Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) typing is a testing process that is used to match patients and donors for core blood and bone marrow transplants.

Embryonic Stem (ES) Cells

Cells of the inner mass of embryo represent embryonic stem cells.

Bone Marrow

Spongy tissue found in the center of bones

Stem Cells

Stem Cells are the body’s “master” cells that regenerate and turn into the cells that form all of the tissues, organs, and systems in the human body.

STEM CELL TECHNOLOGY by SS & PR