The Potential of Stem Cells as an In Vitro Source of Red Blood Cells for Transfusion

Migliaccio, Anna Rita; Whitsett, Carolyn; Papayannopoulou, Thalia; Sadelain, Michel

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doi:10.1016/j.stem.2012.01.001

The Potential of Stem Cells as an In Vitro Source of Red Blood Cells for Transfusion

Authors: Anna Rita Migliaccio
Carolyn Whitsett
Thalia Papayannopoulou
Michel Sadelain
Publication date: 3 February 2012
Publisher: Elsevier Inc.
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Abstract

Recent advances have increased excitement about the potential for therapeutic production of red blood cells (RBCs) in vitro. However, generation of RBCs in the large numbers required for transfusion remains a significant challenge. In this article, we summarize recent progress in producing RBCs from various cell sources, and discuss the hurdles that remain for translation into the clinical arena

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