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Researchers Extract Stem Cells From Placentas

Effective harvesting procedure involves no risk to mother, child

By Matt Cantor,  Newser Staff

Posted Jun 24, 2009 8:56 AM CDT

(Newser) – Scientists have found an effective way to extract stem cells from placentas, where they’re abundant, after babies are born, the Guardian reports. Placentas contain up to five times as many of the key cells as cord blood, which has become a common source, and...   Read full story »

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