Pluripotent stem cell-derived gametes: truth and (potential) consequences.
review · Level V
Where this comes from
- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 19570509.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.stem.2009.06.005 and PMC identifier 5226919.
- Licence recorded as CC BY.
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Abstract
An emerging body of data suggests that pluripotent stem cells may be able to differentiate to form eggs and sperm. We discuss the state of the science and the potential social implications and offer recommendations for addressing some of the ethical and policy issues that would be raised by the availability of stem cell-derived gametes.
Medical subject headings
- Embryo Research
- Germ Cells
- Pluripotent Stem Cells