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Stem cell, sperm
See: Sperm stem cell
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- Antigen-presenting cell A cell that can 'present' antigen in a form that T cells can recognize it. The cells that can 'present'…
- Henna A coloring made from the leaves of the Egyptian privet, Lawsonia inermis. Approved only for use as a hair…
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