Definition of Embryoid bodies

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Embryoid bodies

The term 'Embryoid bodies' as it applies to the area of stem cell research can be defined as 'Rounded collections of cells that arise when embryonic stem cells are cultured in suspension. Embryoid bodies contain cell types derived from all 3 germ layers'.

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