Module 2 - The Process of Tissue Engineering

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Can you answer these?

1. What are seven important steps in the process of tissue engineering? Answer Answer to 1
   The steps consist of a biopsy, cell isolation, cell proliferation, cell differentiation, optional addition of a scaffold, tissue development with biomolecules and stimuli, and finally, implantation.
2. What are the three types of stem cells mentioned in this module? How are they different? Answer Answer to 2
   The three types are totipotent, pluripotent, and adult stem cells. Totipotent cells are able to differentiate into any type of cells, pluripotent cells can differentiate into any type except for extra embryonic tissue, and adult stem cells can differentiate into any cell type within a certain class.
3. What is a potential reason that a patient would need a tissue-engineered product? Answer Answer to 3
   Possible reasons include massive tissue damage from accidents, organ failure, diseases, and genetic disorders.