Understanding Cell Therapy

What is the primary role of stem cells in the body?

• To produce energy

• To transport oxygen

• To give rise to various specialized cells

• To fight infections

Which type of cell therapy uses the patient's own cells?

• Allogeneic cell therapy

• Autologous cell therapy

• Hematopoietic cell transplantation

• Gene therapy

What is a key feature of CAR T-cell therapy?

• It uses donor stem cells

• It replaces damaged tissues

• It involves gene editing

• It modifies immune cells to target cancer

Why is donor compatibility important in cell therapy?

• To ensure faster recovery

• To prevent immune rejection

• To reduce treatment costs

• To increase cell production

What is the purpose of pre-treatment conditioning in cell therapy?

• To decrease immune system activity

• To increase patient comfort

• To enhance cell growth

• To improve cell differentiation