Question

How could stem cells prove helpful in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases? A) Stem cells can differentiate to form heart muscle cells. B) Stem cells form white blood cells, which boosts the body’s immunity. C) Stem cells divide to form red blood cells, which reduce hypertension. D) Stem cells perform apoptosis to remove old cells from the heart muscles.

Answer 1

Answer:

A

Explanation:

Cardiovascular diseases involves the heart.

Any of the above options with regards to blood (etc, white blood cells, red blood cells) are related to circulatory system, not affecting the function of the heart.

Stem cells performing apoptosis to remove old cells is a myth. Stem cells can only differentiate to form cells of the same lineage, not causing other cells to undergo apoptosis. The only external factor that can cause cells to undergo apoptosis is a type lymphocyte in the immune system