Diabetes
January 26, 2005
Spleen Stem Cells Produce Potential Cures
Previously, researchers discovered that adult stem cells taken from the spleen could regenerate the insulin-producing islets of the pancreas. The finding is significant because it provides a potential cure for diabetes. The same team is now reporting that spleen adult... ... morePosted at 12:10 PM | TrackBack (0)
January 12, 2005
Diabetes and Stem Cells Research
Type I diabetes, commonly diagnosed during childhood, is a condition in which the body does not produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is used in the body to process glucose by transporting it from blood into cells. Consequently, the... ... morePosted at 12:24 AM | TrackBack (0)
