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. |