Novel harvesting method rapidly produces superior stem cells for transplantation

(Massachusetts General Hospital) A new method of harvesting stem cells for bone marrow transplantation -- developed by a team of investigators from the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center and the Harvard Stem Cell Institute -- may make the donation process more convenient and less unpleasant for donors while providing cells that are superior to those acquired by current protocols.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news