Table 1.
The main types of stem cells.
| Stem cell type | Source | Examples | Differentiation capacity | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embryonic stem cell | Derived from ICM of the embryo | H1, H9 | Capable to differentiate into any cell type of the body and infinite regeneration | [17,18] |
| Adult stem cell | Isolated from restricted organ | Neural/lung/hematopoietic stem cell | Limited potency and finite periods of regeneration | [19,20] |
| Induced pluripotent stem cell | Reprogrammed from somatic cells | Reprogrammed fibroblasts | Similar to that of the embryonic stem cell | [[21], [22], [23]] |