Embryonic Stem Cells

Cells derived from the BLASTOCYST INNER CELL MASS which forms before implantation in the uterine wall. They retain the ability to divide, proliferate and provide progenitor cells that can differentiate into specialized cells.

Year introduced: 2007

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Tree Number(s): A11.872.700.250

MeSH Unique ID: D053595

Entry Terms:

• Stem Cells, Embryonic
• Cell, Embryonic Stem
• Cells, Embryonic Stem
• Embryonic Stem Cell
• Stem Cell, Embryonic

Previous Indexing:

• Stem Cells (1985-2006)

See Also:

• Blastocyst Inner Cell Mass

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Anatomy Category
Cells
Stem Cells
Pluripotent Stem Cells
Embryonic Stem Cells
Blastomeres
Embryoid Bodies
Embryonal Carcinoma Stem Cells
Embryonic Germ Cells
Human Embryonic Stem Cells
Mouse Embryonic Stem Cells