Henrietta Lacks' Revolutionary HeLa Cells

Henrietta Lacks' Revolutionary HeLa Cells

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History, Health Sciences, Biology

10th Grade - University

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Since the 1950s, human cells have been pivotal in medical research, with many breakthroughs tracing back to Henrietta Lacks. Her cells, taken without consent, were unique in their ability to reproduce indefinitely, leading to significant scientific advancements, including the polio vaccine. Despite their impact, her family remained unaware for decades and received no recognition or compensation. This case highlighted the importance of consent in medical research, leading to changes in federal laws.

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Who was Henrietta Lacks and what was significant about her cells?

A nurse who worked at John Hopkins hospital

A doctor who developed the polio vaccine

A patient whose cells were used without consent

A scientist who discovered a new cell line

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What was unique about the HeLa cells?

They reproduced indefinitely

They were resistant to all diseases

They were the first cells to be cloned

They could not survive in space

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Which scientist used HeLa cells to develop a major vaccine?

Louis Pasteur

Edward Jenner

Albert Sabin

Jonas Salk

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How long did it take for the Lacks family to learn about the use of Henrietta's cells?

5 years

30 years

10 years

20 years

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Why is consent crucial in medical research today?

To ensure faster research processes

To protect patient privacy and rights

To increase the number of available samples

To reduce research costs