Umbilical cord contains which of the following?
Correct answer: C. Cord blood stem cells
- A. Pluripotent stem cells
- B. Blood stem cells
- C. Cord blood stem cells
- D. Both a and b
Explanation
The umbilical cord is a flexible cord-like structure that connects a developing fetus to the placenta in the mother's womb. It contains a rich source of stem cells known as cord blood stem cells. These stem cells are found in the blood of the umbilical cord and the placenta.
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