What Is the Main Reason for Using an Allogeneic Stem

question 21

Multiple Choice

What is the main reason for using an allogeneic stem cell transplant?

• A) Cadaver cells are not suitable because of the patient's cytokine treatment.
• B) Adequate numbers are achieved with this type of transplantation.
• C) Highly incompatible tissues are found with the other types of transplantation.
• D) The disease process involves the patient's own stem cells preventing autologous transplant.

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