Natural Killer Cells
Saturday May 17, 2008
Scientists have discovered a method for increasing natural killer cells that are found in umbilical cord blood.
In studies, these cells were shown to decrease the number of human leukemia cells in mice.
One exciting aspect about natural killer cells is that they appear to only target cancerous cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed.
For additional information, see:
In studies, these cells were shown to decrease the number of human leukemia cells in mice.
One exciting aspect about natural killer cells is that they appear to only target cancerous cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed.
For additional information, see:
- Natural Killer Cells In Umbilical Cord Blood Fight Leukemia (Science Daily)
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