Blood Stem Cell Formation in Embryo (IMAGE)

University of Edinburgh

Blood Stem Cell Formation in Embryo

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This image shows the formation of blood stem cells inside the embryonic vessel called dorsal aorta. In green is shown secreted molecule called NOGGIN, which plays an important role in this process.

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The University of Edinburgh

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